Travel Surgical Technologist - $2,898 per week - Tact Staff

Tact Staff is seeking a travel Surgical Technologist for a travel job in Sitka, Alaska.

• Specialty: Surgical Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

MUST HAVE/OBTAIN FLU VACCINATION MUST HAVE CERTIFICATIONS AT TIME OF SUBMISSION Accountabilities ·
Scrubs in on surgical procedures, under professional
nurse supervision, for many different advanced and complex types of surgeries
which includes: General & Rectal Surgery, Laparoscope and Open
Cholecystectomies, appendectomies, hernias, thyroidectomy,
Obstetric/Gynecology; caesarean sections, hysterectomies, therapeutic
abortions, dilation & curettage, bilateral tubal ligations laparoscopies;
Otolaryngology; tympanoplasty, tonsillectomy, rhinoplasty; Orthopedic; scopes,
open reduction, internal fixation on ankles, femurs, tibia/fibula, insertion of
rods, screws, plates, wires, total hip, total knee and total shoulder procedures;
Endoscopic procedures; and other procedures as required. Clinical duties include the provision of
patient care and support of individuals of all ages and their families. The incumbent shall perform duties as
assigned and ensure quality patient care despite the situation encountered, be
it routine or emergent. ·
Utilizes
the AORN Standards of Care in everyday practice. Supplies one or two surgeons with proper
instruments, sutures, sponges and equipments.
Ascertains with professional nurse the accuracy of the sponges, needles,
and instrument counts. Scrubs, gowns and
gloves for surgical procedures as well as to gown and glove the surgeons and
their assistants. Corrects breaks in
aseptic techniques by any person to provide optimum patient care. Anticipates the surgeon’s preference for certain
materials or instruments and be able to respond to these preferences in
advance. Updates Nurse as necessary
based on continuing assessment of equipment needs and physician preferences;
demonstrates sound clinical judgment; adaptable to changing patient needs. ·
Sets
up sterile table with instruments, equipments, supplies, medications/solutions
needed for surgical procedures. Checks
to see that the equipment is in good working order. Maintains highest standards of sterile
technique during procedures. Helps in
draping the sterile field (back table, mayo stand, OR table, etc.). Correctly labels and processes all operative
fluids. Assists in preparing room for
the next patient. Operates and monitors
specialized OR equipment. Demonstrates
use of autoclaves. Takes initiative in reporting equipment in need of repairs
and low levels of supplies. Takes apart and reassemble any instrument or piece
of equipment that needs cleaning and prepares instruments for
sterilization. Monitors supplies and
instruments to assure sterility of materials used furthering Quality Assurance
of patient care. Inventories, monitors
assigned services supplies and orders as needed. ·
Staff teaching and development – 1) Approaches
teaching based on assessment of learner’s needs and the principles of adult
learning; 2) assists other staff in initiating a plan to meet identified learning
needs, 3) develops/implements educational programs and learning aids for the
area/department (i.e. in-service classes, special projects, learning aids,
patient care standards); 4) utilizes opportunities for incidental teaching with
staff members; 5) assists in the orientation of new staff and students by
sharing knowledge, experiences and verbal encouragement; 6) guides others in
choosing nursing intervention, developing skills and applying knowledge. Participates in planning and conducting
continuing education. ·
Managing care through others – 1) Follows and
directs others to follow Corporate, hospital, departmental policies and
procedures and patient care standards. Provides input regarding the need for change
in policies, procedures and patient care standards; 2) communicates with staff,
patients, significant others and other health team members in a way that is
supportive, constructive and positive; 3) gives feedback to other staff and
health team members in regard to behavior that does not support achievement of
patient, area or organizational objectives; 4) identifies and assists in
altering unproductive group behavior based on principles of group
dynamics. Maintains confidentiality
regarding administrative and patient issues. ·
Participates
on hospital committees as assigned.
Area, department, hospital contributions – 1) Attends and participates in area staff
meetings, submits agenda items to Nurse Manager and/or initiates discussion
regarding area or department issues; 2) applies information presented in staff
meetings; 3)participates in area goal setting; 4) practices cost effective use
of staff and supplies and suggests alternatives for increasing cost effectiveness;
5) documents participation in at least one of the following areas: a) area committees,
b) nursing or hospital committees. Baseline Qualifications Education/Experience ·
High
School Diploma or GED ·
Experience
is preferred License/Certification ·
Completion
of a technologist training program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation
of Allied Health Education Programs, or any accrediting agency recognized by
the United States Department of Education and Surgical Technologist
Certification (CST) preferred; if not certified, certification must be obtained
within six months of hire or in certain instances, “on the job training”
specific experience greater than 5 years may substitute for certification.

·
Current
BLS certification

Tact Medical Staffing Job ID #488734. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Tech - Surgical

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