Lead Surgical Technician (FT) - Specialty Surgery Center

Company: Surgical Care Affiliates
Location: Stamford
Posted on: February 26, 2021

Job Description:

Location: US-CT-Stamford# of Openings: 1Category: Technician/Clinical UnlicensedSystem ID: 13542Overview

The Specialty Surgery Center of Connecticut has a lot to offer in terms of flexibility with staff. This team has a three day weekend (Saturday, Sunday, and Mondays OFF) every week and can work Tues- Friday up to 10 hour days. We also offer flexibility with hours (do you only want 30 hours? Great, we can accommodate you!). For us its about getting great people like you in the door and understanding that families and personal lives matter!

The Surgical Technician Lead is responsible for providing safe and direct surgical scrub on all types of minor and major surgical procedures dependent on individual competence within the ASC to identified age groups. In collaboration with other members of the multi-disciplinary care team, the surgical technologist competently performs job responsibilities in accordance with all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state, and federal agencies and accrediting bodies. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

Accountabilities / Responsibilities

• Ensure patient needs are met in accordance with instructions of physician and facility's policies & procedures.
• Demonstrates respect for co-workers & develops positive working relationships with other departments.
• Communicates with courtesy when interacting with patients, physicians, hospital staff, vendors and the public - in person, on the telephone, or by email.
• Coordinates and performs activities routinely as appropriate with the Director of Nursing, Medical Director and the Quality Committee(s).
• Preforms the role of surgical scrub by anticipating the needs of the surgeon and keeping the circulating nurse informed of any needs throughout a procedure.
• Ensures all supplies, equipment and medications are assembled prior to the start of the procedure.
• Responsible for ensuring all new equipment requests are appropriately analyzed based on utilization and data from the provider.
• Understands the high standards and cost savings and containment of the ASC.
• Promotes safe environment. Takes appropriate action in emergency situations, being aware of and controlling hazards which may endanger patients, visitors, and employees.
• Assists the team with safe and appropriate operating room turnover times.
• Identifies potentially unsafe situations and notifies supervisor.
• Follows CDC isolation guidelines, appropriately uses PPE, and performs handwashing according to policy.
• Strictly adheres to all infection control practices and diligently monitors aseptic technique of the entire surgical team. Takes immediate corrective action for breaks in technique.
  
  Qualifications
  
  
  • High school graduate or equivalent
  • Surgical Technician Certification (CST) required
  • Current CPR
  • 1-2 years ASC or hospital Experience REQUIRED
  • Multispecialty surgical experience strongly preferred. Center is heavy in orthopedics, ENT, pain management, and gastroenterology
  • Must be personable, friendly, and exhibit flexibility and positive interpersonal skills
  • Knowledge of typical OR equipment required
    
    EEO Statement
    
    We value Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging at Surgical Care Affiliates: SCA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, disability and genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
    
    UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
    
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    SCA, a leader in the outpatient surgery industry, strategically partners with health plans, medical groups and health systems across the country to develop and optimize surgical facilities. SCA operates more than 210 surgical facilities, including ambulatory surgery centers and surgical hospitals, in partnership with approximately 7,500 physicians. For more information on SCA, visit www.scasurgery.com. PI129660403

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