Surgical Technologist

SSM Health Care - Fenton, MO

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Fenton, MO

Hospitals

About the position

The Surgical Technologist at SSM Health St. Clare Hospital is responsible for providing patient care activities and maintaining the Operating Room under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. This role involves preparing the Operating Room, handling instruments during surgical procedures, and ensuring effective communication with the healthcare team to support patient care.

Responsibilities

• Practices and implements the technical components of patient care under the supervision of a RN.
• Collaborates with the RN and other healthcare professionals to implement a plan of care that incorporates physician preferences, nursing assessments, and diagnostic data.
• Prepares equipment, supply, and resource needs based on an individualized plan of care.
• Communicates accurate and timely information to the Registered Nurse regarding patients in their care.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to perform all aspects of a variety of surgical procedures.
• Maintains knowledge and skills to properly operate all surgical equipment and instruments.
• Utilizes appropriate aseptic technique when handling supplies, instruments, and equipment.
• Follows laboratory policy and procedure to correctly handle and label all laboratory specimens.
• Documents quality controls thoroughly and accurately according to unit specific standards.
• Demonstrates competence in problem solving, conflict resolution, and team building.
• Organizes and utilizes time efficiently, demonstrating appropriate prioritization.
• Maintains an organized work environment.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Prior OR experience or graduation from an approved surgical technician program.
• Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) certification from the American Heart Association.

Benefits

• Competitive, affordable health insurance options including wellness plans.
• Access up to $5,250 in tuition coverage per year.
• Adoption assistance.
• Retirement benefits including employer matching plans.
• Long & short-term disability.
• Employee assistance programs (EAP).