A surgical technologist, also known as a scrub technologist or operating room technician, is a member of the surgical team who works alongside surgeons, nurses, and anesthesiologists to ensure a smooth and safe surgical procedure.

Here are the key responsibilities of a surgical technologist:

Preparing the operating room: This involves setting up surgical instruments and equipment, making sure they are sterilized and ready to use, and ensuring the room is clean and sterile.

Assisting with patient preparation: The surgical technologist may assist with positioning the patient on the operating table and preparing them for the procedure.

Providing instruments and supplies to the surgeon: The surgical technologist must anticipate the surgeon's needs and quickly provide the necessary instruments and supplies during the procedure.

Maintaining a sterile field: The surgical technologist must keep the surgical area sterile at all times and replace any contaminated instruments or supplies.

Monitoring equipment: The surgical technologist is responsible for checking and maintaining the equipment and machines used during the procedure.

Closing and dressing wounds: After the procedure, the surgical technologist may assist with closing incisions, applying dressings, and cleaning the wound.

Documenting the procedure: The surgical technologist must accurately document the details of the procedure, including any instruments or supplies used.

The surgical technologist must have excellent attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work well under pressure. They must also be comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-stress environment.

This is a not full time but contracted travel position.

Profession: Healthcare Tech - See Job Description

Location: Scranton Pennsylvania

Specialty: Surgical Tech

Unit: Surgical Technologist

Gross Pay: TBD

Schedule: Rotating, 14:30:00-22:30:00, 8.00-5

Guaranteed Hours: 40

Openings: 2

Start Date: 05/29/2023

End Date: 08/28/2023

Assignment Length: 13

Experience Required: 1 year

JOB ID: Medefis548868994

Other Info:

ID: 48868994 Shift: 8 hr shifts DaysUp to every other weekend and holiday rotation. On-call with 30-minute response t Description: 2 3-11:30 pm evening shift (8 hour workday) with rotation when needed by the department. 1.0 FTE, 13 week contract. Up to every other weekend and holiday rotation. On-call with 30-minute response time. Surgical Technologist, CW-02830.571055090010 Operating Rooms GCMCS-04693Job Description SummaryThis is a 8 hour shift position. No call required. 24/7 availability at a Level 2 Trauma Center. Assists surgeon with procedures related to the care of patient of all ages during surgical intervention.13 week assignments Occasional weekendsRobotics trained requiredJob Profile Name Surgical TechnologistJob Profile Summary Assists surgeon with procedures related to the care of patient of all ages during surgical intervention.Job Descriptionl Assists in the coordination of treatments with other disciplines.l Provides basic patient assistance.l Connects patients to clinical equipment as needed.Practices aseptic techniques while preparing for surgery including scrubbing, applying surgical gown, gloving, draping andsetting up instrument table.ll Actively participates in surgical Time and out and operationg room briefing according to the universal protocol.l Identifies correct surgical site with the circulating registered nurse and surgeon before incision of operative procedures.l Maintains an accurate account of supplies including sponges, needles and instruments.l Verifies count with the circulating nurse at end of procedure.l Prepares, identifies and verifies all specimens obtained during the surgical procedure.l Disposes of linens, needles and sharps in appropriate containers.l Assesses wounds and applies or changes sterile dressing as instructed by the registered nurse.l Maintains and documents universal precautions.l Initiates emergency procedures.l Participates in the admission and discharge process.l Performs billing as appropriate for services rendered or equipment used.l Participates in on-call rotations of operating room.l Acts as a preceptor for students assigned to the surgical unit.l Adheres to all policies, protocols and standards of care.l Performs quality control monitoring.l Performs additional duties including specimen collection, pleure-vac and traction set up, patient transport and post-mortem Additional Information:***Please Note -Your Agency s contract to your traveler MUST mirror the confirmation page. If your agency does not comply with this standard, your agency will be at risk of being removed from the Geisinger vendor set. No exceptions! Start Date Must be Identical. End Date Must be Identical. ***Please Note - All Requested Time Off (RTO) must be disclosed at the time of submission. If your agency or the traveler does not include all RTO in the submission form and adds it post confirmation, your agency will be at risk of being removed from the Geisinger vendor set. No exceptions! Time off requested after the acceptance date, will not be approved. Position Urgency:Quick Start Billing string = Medefis Guaranteed Hours: 40 Contract Weeks:91

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