surgical_technologist – Adult Cardiothoracic

Specialty: Adult Cardiothoracic
Facility: Fairfield Medical Center
State License: OH
Certs/Licenses: State License Details: Must Be Currently Active; General Certifications (ACLS, BLS/BCLS)
Years of Experience: 3
Shift: Days
Guaranteed Hours: 36
Description: Specialty: Open HeartFacility: Fairfield Medical CenterState License: OHCerts/Licenses: State License Details: Must Be Currently Active; General Certifications (ACLS, BLS/BCLS)Years of Experience: 3Shift: DaysGuaranteed Hours: 36Description: Must have Open Heart experience. Mon-Friday 36-40 hours a week, call is typically 2-3 times a week, weekend call can be every 2nd or 3rd weekend. JobSummary A surgery technician providesassistance in the operating room. These individuals work under the supervisionof surgeons, anesthesiologist and nurses. They care for patients during thesurgical /procedure. Surgery technicians can work in ambulatory (River View,Pavilion) or the hospital setting (Main OR). The surgery technician plans,implements, evaluates patient care along with other team members. They accept responsibility for collaboration withco-workers in the implementation of care. This position is responsible for providing optimum levels of care as the patient s transition through their stay. All the duties and standards within this job description will be performed according to the established policies and guidelines outlined in the department and Center policy and procedure manuals. These will be measured through surveys, department goals, peer input, expectation and experience. Customer Relations While performing the above, the employee will enhance positive relations with all customers including but not limited to: patients, families, hospital and medical staff. Team Member Relations and Qualityof Service This position will willingly shareknowledge with others, promote and support new roles, assist in staffing needs,maintain safe environment, all to facilitate meeting organizational goals. Performs all duties andresponsibilities in accordance to the established FMC policies, procedures andguidelines. JobQualifications Education: Highschool graduate or equivalent. Graduateof a surgical technician accredited program required. Attends in-services to maintain professionalstandards. Licensure & Certifications: CPRcertification. Certification (CST)required. Experience: PreviousOR experience preferred. Job-relatedSkills: Good basic clinical skills indelivering of care in an ambulatory and inpatient care facility. Strong interpersonal, communication and presentationskills; ability to problem-solve and facilitate resolution to issues;demonstrates ability to handle multiple priorities; ability to make independentdecisions. OrganizationalExpectations and Responsibilities 1. Missionand Service Values a. Empathy Demonstrates a willingness to understand others perspectives, without labelingor judging; treats others with compassion and is personally engaged in providingpatient and family-centered care. b. Integrity Takes responsibility for own words and actions; has passion and courage to dothe right thing; delivers on promises and commitments; is honest and achievesexcellence in all things through ethical and legal behavior. c. Stewardship Uses FMC resources wisely; respects the time and resources of patients,family and peers; shows pride in FMC and gives back to the Center and communitywith time, talent and /or money. d. Agility Demonstrates courage to take initiative to find creative solutions; anticipatesconcerns and responds promptly; minimizes bureaucracy and explores opportunityfor growth. e. Teamwork Works collaboratively, not in silos; treats others with courtesy and respect;assumes good intent and welcomes differing viewpoints; creates a spirit ofbelonging and fellowship within FMC; embraces the FMC culture. 2. Commitmentand Engagement a. Quality Demonstrates commitment to improve individual performance and contributes toteam accomplishments and quality improvement initiatives. b. Safety Creates and maintains a safe and clean work environment and reports unsafeconditions to the appropriate individuals. c. Service Recognizes and anticipates the needs of customers and strives to surpasscustomer expectations; utilizes AIDET, TeamSTEPPS and other tools to avoidand/or resolve concerns with the best possible outcome. d. Sustainability Demonstrates timely, accurate and cost-conscious use of resources in thedaily work. 3. PersonalEngagement a. Organization Commitment Complies with FMC policies, procedures, workinstructions and guidelines; reports compliance or ethical concerns toappropriate personnel; does not gossip but works to create a positive workexperience with others. b. Personal Commitment Demonstrates ownership of the job; willing to step up and helpothers; works across departmental lines; is fully present at work physicallyand emotionally; maximizes own talents and that of others. c. Personal Growth Demonstrates a commitment to ongoing learning; completes all mandatoryeducation and participates in learning events/opportunities/experiences toenhance on-the-job performance. EssentialJob Functions JobExpectations and Responsibilities: 4. Planning A. Prepare the operating/procedure room and surgical equipment. B. Demonstrates collaborative interdepartmental planning in identifying andmeeting patient-family centered needs and awareness of the nursing care plan. C. Communicates with patient and practitioner through pre-operativeplanning. 5. Implementation A. Provides care appropriate in a non-judgmental, nondiscriminatory mannerthat is sensitive to the needs of all ages, preserving their autonomy, dignityand rights. Identify age requirements (infant to geriatric) using clinical dataand patient needs. B. Passes tools to surgeons during an operation and helps control equipmentsuch as lights, bovie or suction. C. Assist with safe transfer of the patient to the operating room table. D. Assists in positioning patient safely for the procedure to preventinjury or harm. E. Participates in the physician-led time-out. F. Initiates appropriate emergency procedures in collaboration with thephysician; including BLS. G. Ensures patient s rights are respected and protects patient privacy byadhering to HIPPA guidelines in the management of all patient information. 6. Evaluation A. Evaluates and assesses interventions and participates in thebriefing/debriefing process. B. Practices positive responses to job demands and changes throughorganization and time management. C. Facilitates safe and effective follow-up care through verbal hand offcommunication. 7. Other position responsibility A. Attends various unit, division or committee meetings as designated bythe manager or clinical charge nurse. B. Assures equipment and supplies are readily available for patient care,reporting malfunctions to proper department. C. Utilizes resources effectively and efficiently to enhance positiveoutcomes in patient care, addresses unit needs and supports the Center smission. D. Participates in and fosters an approach to continuously improving qualitythrough Six Sigma methodology that includes both intradepartmental andinterdepartmental activities. Ensurespatient rights are respected and protects patient privacy by adhering to HIPPAguidelines in the management of all patient information. E. The candidate will successfully complete yearly competencies to secureand maintain the position. F. Employee will implement, evaluate and revise annual self-developmentgoals as outlined on previous Performance Appraisal. Physical Capacity Demand HeavyWork: Exerting 50 to 100pounds of force occasionally and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical demand requirements are in excess ofthose for Medium Work. JobConsiderations Psychological/Mental analytical abilities, memory, problem-solving and creativity Physiological Potential Exposures: Electrical equipment Cognitive Communication and collaboration with other co-workers, physicians,other employees, and patients and families; prioritizing and time management;persuasiveness and judgment Environmental No special considerations Protective Equipment No specialconsiderations Additional Information:All travelers must have a permanent address of 50 miles or more to qualify as a traveler. Position Urgency:Normal Billing string = Medefis; OR Surgical Technologist – Open Heart – Full Time – Days