Surgical Technologist - Operating Room Float

Summary:

The Position will float between Mount Holly Operating Room and the Mount Holly Ambulatory - Surgery department ( Operating Room )  based on the surgical need. 

 Shift: 
         7am - 5:30 pm ( 4 - 10-hour shifts per week )

 On-Call Requirements:
                       The position will be responsible for 2nd on-call requirements and Holiday on-call for the Mount Holly Operating Room.

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Under the direction of the Registered Nurse and/or Physician, the Surgical Technologist handles the instruments, supplies and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure.

He/she has the necessary knowledge and ability to ensure quality patient care during the operative procedure and is constantly on vigil for maintenance of the sterile field.

Position Responsibilities:

• Scrubs for, prepares, sets-up and assists during any surgical procedure and provides support to nursing and ancillary departments by transporting and transferring patients to and between units when necessary.

• Prepares instruments and supplies for future procedures.

• Collects and handles specimens according to policy and procedures.

Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required:

One year OR Training or Experience.

Required Education:

Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology Training Program.

Training/Certifications/Licensure:

BLS.

Surgical Technologist Certification required for external hires per NJ State Law.

Maintenance of New Jersey State required 15 CEs per year.