Surgical Technologist - Urology - Maine Health
South Portland, ME 04106
About the Job
- Position Summary
- Position is responsible for assisting in surgical operations as part of a team under the supervision of surgeons, registered nurses, or other surgical personnel.
- Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
- Education: High school diploma preferred. Surgical technologist training from an accredited school or hospital.
- License/Certifications: Successful completion of Surgical Technician certification exam.
- Experience: Two years of experience preferred but not required. Experience working with computers.
- Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, microbiology, pharmacology, professional ethics, and medical terminology.
- Knowledge of safety, infection control, and quality improvement protocols.
- Skill in operating surgical equipment including both sterile and non-sterile equipment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills necessary for interacting with patients, physicians, supervisors and other staff.
- Skill in staying abreast of new developments.
- Ability to respond quickly in order to have instruments and other sterile supplies ready for surgeons without being instructed.
- Ability to remain emotionally stable, conscientious, and orderly to handle the demands of the operating room environment.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Additional Information
With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you’ll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them – both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.
We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow – programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.
With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations across Maine and New Hampshire, you’ll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them – both within the walls of the organization and the communities that surround it.
We offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow – programs such as paid parental leave, a flexible work policy, student loan assistance, training and education, along with well-being resources for you and your family.
MaineHealth remains focused on investing in our care team and developing an inclusive environment where you can thrive and feel supported to realize your full potential. If you’re looking to build a career in a place where people help one another deliver best-in-class care, apply today.
Source : Maine Health