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Surgical Technologist
Overview
Surgical Technologists are an integral part of the surgical team, providing essential nursing care to patients during surgical cases. Their role requires a high level of accuracy and professionalism in a fast-paced surgical environment. Surgical Technologists are responsible for ensuring that patients receive the highest standard of care during surgery. Their ability to maintain a professional approach while providing nursing care is critical in ensuring positive patient outcomes while keeping patients and their families informed. Will work directly with surgeons, medical/surgical staff and post-acute caregivers to create comprehensive patient care from pre- to post-op. If you're looking for a challenging and rewarding career in nursing, with a great work/life balance, consider a career with USPI.
Success Profile
What makes a successful Surgical Technologistat our location? Check out the top traits we’re looking for and see if you have the right mix.
- Flexibility
- Attention to Detail
- Compassion
- Emotional Stability
- Adaptability
- Strong Clinical Judgment
Culture
Our mission is to treat each and every one of our patients, and their families, as if they were our own family member. Each patient, each family, each and every time.
- Working with compassion and respect for others and each other, supporting our communities and advocating for our patients
- Acting with integrity and the highest ethical standards – always
- Delivering results through accountability and transparency
- Embracing inclusiveness for all people in our workplace and in the communities we serve
Career Path
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Nurse Manager leads to Job Title 2
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Clinical Director (CNO) leads to Job Title 3 or Job Title 4
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Administrator (CEO) leads to Job Title 5
Benefits
Providing a comprehensive benefits package is paramount, as we not only take care of our communities but also foster an environment of support for one another.
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Work/Life Balance
Most of our ASC's offer daytime schedules, with no weekends and nights, and no call. (Schedules vary at our surgical centers.)
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Learning and Education
Employees have access to thousands of free online courses to further their education at their own schedule.
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Leadership and Executive Development
Whether a clinician is interested in advancing to a leadership position or a business office staff member aspires to be a hospital CFO, various programs are available.
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Coaching and Mentorship
We are committed to devoting energy and attention to grow our team members and create a lasting impact on our care. By coaching, challenging and further developing our best and brightest team members, we foster an environment to build long-term sustainable growth for our organization.
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Military and Veterans Support
Our values of working efficiently and uniting for a higher purpose align well with those of our military and veteran community. We would love to assist you with skill and experience equivalency mapping to ease your transition into a successful civilian career.
Responsibilities
New Mexico Surgery Center - Orthopedics, located at 8300 Constitution Ave NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110:
No Weekends! Paid Holidays! No Call!
Responsible for ensuring proper care and use of surgical instruments.
Anticipates the needs of the surgical team.
Establishes and maintains sterile field during surgical procedures in the operating room.
Required Skills:
a) Performs specified functions to meet the requirements of each approved procedure
b) Assembles supplies and equipment for scheduled procedures according to physicians’ preference cards
c) Inspects equipment for proper working condition
d) Follows principles of aseptic technique and prescribed operating/procedure room procedures
e) Adheres to aseptic technique when opening sterile packages and preparing for the procedure
f) Arranges instruments according to given procedure
g) Confirms that instruments work properly
h) Maintains availability of instruments and supplies to avoid delays
i) Reports observed or suspected breaks in sterile technique and takes action according to policy
j) Correctly uses, cares for, cleans, and sterilizes instruments, supplies, and equipment as directed
k) Handles equipment and instruments correctly to provide appropriate availability and safety
l) Assists in maintaining adequate supplies in the operating room for immediate access during procedure
m) Assists in storing and stocking supplies as directed
n) Maintains and updates instrument cards and surgeons’ preference cards
o) Responds in a timely manner to meet the needs of the patient and physician
p) Documents patient-care records and other forms according to facility policies and procedures
q) Accurately advises others responsible for care of the patient about the patient’s status
r) Assists with room turnover/room cleaning throughout the day for optimal patient flow
Required Experience:
High School Diploma / GED
Completion of a Scrub Technician Certification Program.
One to two years operating room experience as a Scrub Tech in multiple specialties or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
BLS Certification.
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