IUH- Monticello- Certified Surgical Technician
Location: Monticello, Indiana
Description: IU Health - Monticello, Monticello, IN is currently interviewing IUH- Monticello- Certified Surgical Technician right now, this position will be presented in Indiana. More details about this position opportunity please give attention to these descriptions.
- Licensure/Certification
- 1 - 2 years experience preferred
Th! e ST/CST (Surgical Technician (ST)/Certified Surgical Technician (CST) is a member of the surgical team who works with surgeons/physicians, anesthesiologists, CRNA's, and RN's in delivering patient care and assuming appropriate responsibilities before, during, and after surgery. ST/CST functions include responsibility for maintaining the integrity, safety, and efficiency of the sterile field throughout the surgical procedure. Knowledge of and experience with aseptic and sterile techniques qualify the ST/CST to prepare and arrange instruments and supplies, and to assist the surgeon throughout the surgical procedure by providing the sterile instruments and sterile supplies required.
Surgical problems may range from those requiring limited, minor surgery to those requiring major, complex surgery. The CST/ST must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care based on the physical, psychological, and educational development and the safety of children ! (infants to 12 years of age), adolescents (12 years of age to ! 18 years), adults (18 years of age to 65 years), and elderly adults (65 years of age and above). These skills and knowledge may be gained through education, training, or experience.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
All employees will be held accountable to the IU Health Standard of Service that is defined by Service Excellence
KNOWLEDGE/EDUCATION: Graduate of a surgical technology program or its equivalent accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation (CAHEA) or other avenue of entry otherwise acceptable to the Liaison Council on Certification for the Surgical Technologist Current certification by the Association of Surgical Technologists is preferred, or the candidate may validate and equivalent combination of education and experience with skills, knowledge, and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position Certifications:
a. Current Health Care Provider CPR certification required ! prior to direct patient care
b. Education/training in the use of surgical instruments on tissues versus the handling of instruments through a formal education program, continuing education, preceptorship, or any combination of these methods.
c. Certification by the AST is preferred with the completion of 80 CEU’s in 6 years to maintain certification
Basic understanding of Erickson’s theory of eight stages of development
Ability to assume on call responsibilities and respond within 20-30 minutes of contact
Ability to perform under pressure in stressful and emergency situations
Manual dexterity, fine motor coordination, and physical stamina with the ability to work quickly, but accurately
Oriented to detail, yet able to integrate a number of activities according to priority
Clinical competence in the pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric clinical skills specifically identified on the unit CST Surgical Assistant skills checklist
Wi! llingness to learn and work under close supervision
Ability to work! with professional personnel, nonprofessional personnel and personnel from other disciplines in a unified team approach
Willingness to attend educational programs
Good health and hygiene practices
Genuine interest in patients and co-workers as demonstrated by timeliness, flexibility, and attendance when scheduled, including weekends and holidays
Ability to occasionally work irregular hours as needed for provision of safe patient care, i.e., emergency surgery
Ability and willingness to learn computer skills
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If you were eligible to this position, please email us your resume, with salary requirements and a resume to IU Health - Monticello, Monticello, IN.
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This position will be opened on: Thu, 18 Apr 2013 03:13:51 GMT
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