Surgical Technician jobs at Erlanger Health System - 47 jobs

A First Assistant Practitioner must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to function as a first assistant under the direct and/or indirect supervision of a Surgeon. The employee is a specifically trained surgical technologist who demonstrates the skills, knowledge and judgment necessary to function in the assistant role. The position requires on-call responsibilities and will be assigned accordingly. Education: Required: Graduate approved Surgical Technologist School, Completion First Assistant Course Preferred: Experience: Required: Documentation/demonstrated knowledge and skills required to perform First Assistant role in surgery. Preferred: Two (2) years' experience as a Surgical Technician in the operating room. Position Requirement(s): License/Certification/Registration Required: Completion First Assistant certification exam successfully Current Basic Life Support (BLS) completed prior to going to unit/department and maintained going forward. Preferred: Department Position Summary: A First Assistant Practitioner must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to function as a first assistant under the direct and/or indirect supervision of a Surgeon. The employee is a specifically trained surgical technologist who demonstrates the skills, knowledge and judgment necessary to function in the assistant role. The position requires on-call responsibilities and will be assigned accordingly. Demonstrates Endo Vascular Vein Harvest techniques, if involved with Cardiac/Vascular. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the unit's policies and procedures. This is done through evaluation of direct supervisor by direct observation, in a skills lab, or discussed verbally or written. Competency can also be evaluated by a formal peer review process and/or by self-assessment based on objective criteria that is reviewed and validated. '275276

A Surgical First Assistant Practitioner provides aid in exposure, hemostasis, closure, and other intraoperative technical functions that help the surgeon carry out a safe operation with optimal results for the patient. In addition to intraoperative duties, the surgical assistant also performs preoperative and postoperative duties to better facilitate proper patient care. The Surgical First Assistant Practitioner performs these functions during the operation under the direction and supervision of the surgeon. Education: Required: Graduate approved Surgical Technologist School with Completion First Assistant Course or Orthopaedic Physician Assistant Program Preferred: Orthopedic Physician Assistant Experience: Required: Documentation/demonstrated knowledge and skills required to perform Surgical First Assistant role in surgery. Preferred: Two (2) years experience as a Surgical Technician in the operating room. Position Requirement(s): License/Certification/Registration Required: Completion First Assistant Certification BLS completed prior to going to unit/department and maintained going forward Completion of 8 Hours of Erlanger Online Education specific to Total Ankle, Hip, Knee and Shoulder Replacement Completion of 4 of these hours as Erlanger Online Education upon hire (EOLS's and other training will be assigned by Department Leadership and/or Educator). Department Position Summary: A Surgical First Assistant Practitioner must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to function as a first assistant under the direction and supervision of a Surgeon. The First Assistant Practitioner is a specifically trained in patient positioning, providing visualization of the operative site by appropriate placement of retractors, utilizing appropriate techniques to assist with hemostasis, wound closure, and applying wound dressings. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the unit's policies and procedures. This is done through evaluation of direct supervisor by direct observation, in a skills lab, or discussed verbally or written. Competency can also be evaluated by a formal peer review process and/or by self assessment based on objective criteria that is reviewed and validated. '247639

A Surgical First Assistant Practitioner provides aid in exposure, hemostasis, closure, and other intraoperative technical functions that help the surgeon carry out a safe operation with optimal results for the patient. In addition to intraoperative duties, the surgical assistant also performs preoperative and postoperative duties to better facilitate proper patient care. The Surgical First Assistant Practitioner performs these functions during the operation under the direction and supervision of the surgeon. Education: Required: Graduate approved Surgical Technologist School with Completion First Assistant Course or Orthopaedic Physician Assistant Program Preferred: Orthopedic Physician Assistant Experience: Required: Documentation/demonstrated knowledge and skills required to perform Surgical First Assistant role in surgery. Preferred: Two (2) years experience as a Surgical Technician in the operating room. Position Requirement(s): License/Certification/Registration Required: Completion First Assistant Certification BLS completed prior to going to unit/department and maintained going forward Completion of 8 Hours of Erlanger Online Education specific to Total Ankle, Hip, Knee and Shoulder Replacement Completion of 4 of these hours as Erlanger Online Education upon hire (EOLS's and other training will be assigned by Department Leadership and/or Educator). Department Position Summary: A Surgical First Assistant Practitioner must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to function as a first assistant under the direction and supervision of a Surgeon. The First Assistant Practitioner is a specifically trained in patient positioning, providing visualization of the operative site by appropriate placement of retractors, utilizing appropriate techniques to assist with hemostasis, wound closure, and applying wound dressings. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the unit's policies and procedures. This is done through evaluation of direct supervisor by direct observation, in a skills lab, or discussed verbally or written. Competency can also be evaluated by a formal peer review process and/or by self assessment based on objective criteria that is reviewed and validated. '272898

A First Assistant Practitioner must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to function as a first assistant under the direct and/or indirect supervision of a Surgeon. The employee is a specifically trained surgical technologist who demonstrates the skills, knowledge and judgment necessary to function in the assistant role. The position requires on-call responsibilities and will be assigned accordingly. Education: Required: Graduate approved Surgical Technologist School, Completion First Assistant Course Preferred: Experience: Required: Documentation/demonstrated knowledge and skills required to perform First Assistant role in surgery. Preferred: Two (2) years' experience as a Surgical Technician in the operating room. Position Requirement(s): License/Certification/Registration Required: Completion First Assistant certification exam successfully Current Basic Life Support (BLS) completed prior to going to unit/department and maintained going forward. Preferred: Department Position Summary: A First Assistant Practitioner must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to function as a first assistant under the direct and/or indirect supervision of a Surgeon. The employee is a specifically trained surgical technologist who demonstrates the skills, knowledge and judgment necessary to function in the assistant role. The position requires on-call responsibilities and will be assigned accordingly. Demonstrates Endo Vascular Vein Harvest techniques, if involved with Cardiac/Vascular. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the unit's policies and procedures. This is done through evaluation of direct supervisor by direct observation, in a skills lab, or discussed verbally or written. Competency can also be evaluated by a formal peer review process and/or by self-assessment based on objective criteria that is reviewed and validated. '249520

A Surgical Technologist technician is responsible for direct and indirect care of the surgical patient Education: High School education or equivalent Preferred: Experience: Required: Preferred: Requirement(s): License/Certification/Registration Required: Must maintain certification as a surgical technologist from a national certifying body recognized by the health facilities commission; or obtains such certification no later than eighteen (18) months after completion of a surgical technology program. Or, have documented evidence of surgical technology training through the U.S. Armed Forces, National Guard, or U.S. Public Health Service in lieu of certification; or qualify as recognized by the State of TN. BLS completed prior to going to unit/department and to be maintained going forward. Preferred: Department Position Summary: The Surgical Technologist functions as a member of the surgical team responsible for the obtaining of surgical supplies, preparation of the surgical field and maintenance of procedure sterility. The Surgical technologist works in collaboration with the medical, anesthesia, managerial, nursing and clinical staff in order to ensure optimal patient outcomes. The Surgical Technologist must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. This individual further contributes to the department and Medical Center through support of the philosophy and objectives. '274456

The surgical technician is responsible for the preparation of the operating room and instruments for assigned surgical cases. Education: Required: High school diploma or GED required. Preferred: Experience: Required: Clinical knowledge of sterile techniques and aseptics; ability to actively use this knowledge before and during the surgical procedure Preferred: One-two years scrubbing experience preferred Position Requirement(s): License/Certification/Registration Required: BLS completed prior to going to the unit/department and maintained going forward Must obtain CST after qualifications have been met. Preferred: CST Preferred Department Position Summary: Under direct and frequent supervision, the surgical technician is responsible with the preparation of the operating room and instruments for assigned surgical cases. Responsible for performing own job duties in the Infant, Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult and Geriatric age patients. He/she anticipates the needs of the doctor before and during the procedure, assists in clean-up of the room and instruments after the procedure, takes surgery call. '275896

The Surgical Technologist is a specifically trained scrub technologist who, under the direction of a Registered Nurse, serves as a vital member of the OR team, responsible for direct and indirect care of the surgical patient. Education: High School education or equivalent. Preferred: Experience: Required: Preferred: Position Requirement(s): License/Certification/Registration Required: Must maintain certification as a surgical technologist from a national certifying body recognized by the health facilities commission; or obtains such certification no later than eighteen (18) months after completion of a surgical technology program. Or, have documented evidence of surgical technology training through the U.S. Armed Forces, National Guard, or U.S. Public Health Service in lieu of certification; or qualify as recognized by the State of TN. BLS completed prior to going to unit/department and to be maintained going forward. Preferred: Department Position Summary: The Surgical Technologist functions as a member of the surgical team responsible for the obtaining of surgical supplies, preparation of the surgical field and maintenance of procedure sterility. The Surgical technologist works in collaboration with the medical, anesthesia, managerial, nursing and clinical staff in order to ensure optimal patient outcomes. The Surgical Technologist must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. This individual further contributes to the department and Medical Center through support of the philosophy and objectives. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patients status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patients requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the units policies and procedures. This is done through evaluation of direct supervisor by direct observation, in a skills lab, or discussed verbally or written. Competency can also be evaluated by a formal peer review process and/or by self assessment based on objective criteria that is reviewed and validated. Clinical competency is evaluated annually using a variety of mechanisms. It focuses on the population-specific needs of the customers served by the staff member. '278356

The Surgical Technologist is a specifically trained scrub technologist who, under the direction of a Registered Nurse, serves as a vital member of the OR team, responsible for direct and indirect care of the surgical patient. Education: High School education or equivalent. Preferred: Experience: Required: Preferred: Position Requirement(s): License/Certification/Registration Required: Must maintain certification as a surgical technologist from a national certifying body recognized by the health facilities commission; or obtains such certification no later than eighteen (18) months after completion of a surgical technology program. Or, have documented evidence of surgical technology training through the U.S. Armed Forces, National Guard, or U.S. Public Health Service in lieu of certification; or qualify as recognized by the State of TN. BLS completed prior to going to unit/department and to be maintained going forward. Preferred: Department Position Summary: The Surgical Technologist functions as a member of the surgical team responsible for the obtaining of surgical supplies, preparation of the surgical field and maintenance of procedure sterility. The Surgical technologist works in collaboration with the medical, anesthesia, managerial, nursing and clinical staff in order to ensure optimal patient outcomes. The Surgical Technologist must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. This individual further contributes to the department and Medical Center through support of the philosophy and objectives. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the units policies and procedures. This is done through evaluation of direct supervisor by direct observation, in a skills lab, or discussed verbally or written. Competency can also be evaluated by a formal peer review process and/or by self-assessment based on objective criteria that is reviewed and validated. '277678

A non-licensed healthcare provider employed by Erlanger Health Systems is responsible for direct and/or indirect care of patients. The Women's Service Tech II (Surgical Technologist in Single Room Maternity Care) must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served in his or her assigned unit. The employee must be able to exercise judgment to recognize and identify signs and symptoms that require further evaluation by a licensed nurse. The employee must be able to effectively communicate with customers and team members, be flexible and adapt easily to change. The Women's Services Tech II (Surgical Technologist in Single Room Maternity Care) must be familiar with vaginal delivery, setup and assistance during delivery, obstetrical procedures, operative procedures, postoperative obstetrical care and phlebotomy. Education: Required: * High School education or equivalent. Preferred: * N/A Experience: Required: * N/A Preferred: * CNA experience, or Women's Services Experience. Position Requirement(s): License/Certification/Registration Required: * Must maintain certification as a surgical technologist from a national certifying body recognized by the health facilities commission; or obtains such certification no later than eighteen (18) months after completion of a surgical technology program. Or, have documented evidence of surgical technology training through the U.S. Armed Forces, National Guard, or U.S. Public Health Service in lieu of certification; or qualify as recognized by the State of TN. * BLS completed prior to going to the unit/ department and maintained going forward Preferred: * CST (Certified Surgical Tech) * De-escalation training Department Position Summary: * The Women Services Tech must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served in his or her assigned unit. The employee must be able to exercise judgment to recognize and identify signs and symptoms that require further evaluation by a licensed nurse. The employee must be able to effectively communicate with customers and team members, be flexible and adapt easily to change. * The Women Services Tech must be familiar with vaginal delivery, setup and assistance during delivery, obstetrical procedures, operative procedures, postoperative obstetrical care and phlebotomy. '277825

A non-licensed healthcare provider employed by Erlanger Health Systems is responsible for direct and/or indirect care of patients. The Women's Service Tech II (Surgical Technologist in Single Room Maternity Care) must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served in his or her assigned unit. The employee must be able to exercise judgment to recognize and identify signs and symptoms that require further evaluation by a licensed nurse. The employee must be able to effectively communicate with customers and team members, be flexible and adapt easily to change. The Women's Services Tech II (Surgical Technologist in Single Room Maternity Care) must be familiar with vaginal delivery, setup and assistance during delivery, obstetrical procedures, operative procedures, postoperative obstetrical care and phlebotomy. Education: Required: * High School education or equivalent. Preferred: * N/A Experience: Required: * N/A Preferred: * CNA experience, or Women's Services Experience. Position Requirement(s): License/Certification/Registration Required: * Must maintain certification as a surgical technologist from a national certifying body recognized by the health facilities commission; or obtains such certification no later than eighteen (18) months after completion of a surgical technology program. Or, have documented evidence of surgical technology training through the U.S. Armed Forces, National Guard, or U.S. Public Health Service in lieu of certification; or qualify as recognized by the State of TN. * BLS completed prior to going to the unit/ department and maintained going forward * De-escalation training Preferred: * CST (Certified Surgical Tech) Department Position Summary: * The Women Services Tech must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served in his or her assigned unit. The employee must be able to exercise judgment to recognize and identify signs and symptoms that require further evaluation by a licensed nurse. The employee must be able to effectively communicate with customers and team members, be flexible and adapt easily to change. * The Women Services Tech must be familiar with vaginal delivery, setup and assistance during delivery, obstetrical procedures, operative procedures, postoperative obstetrical care and phlebotomy. '277877

A surgical technologist student employed by Erlanger Medical Center responsible for direct and/or indirect care of the patient under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The surgical technologist student functions as a member of the surgical team responsible for the obtaining of surgical supplies, preparation of the surgical field and maintenance of procedure sterility. The SORT works in collaboration with the medical, anesthesia, managerial, nursing and clinical staff in order to ensure optimal patient outcomes. The employee must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served in BEH Surgery. Education: Required: High School education or equivalent. Preferred: Experience: Required: Training in surgical aseptic technique and OR practices essential Preferred: Position Requirement(s): License/Certification/Registration Required: Must maintain certification as a surgical technologist from a national certifying body recognized by the health facilities commission; or obtains such certification no later than eighteen (18) months after completion of a surgical technology program. Or, have documented evidence of surgical technology training through the U.S. Armed Forces, National Guard, or U.S. Public Health Service in lieu of certification; or qualify as recognized by the State of TN. BLS completed prior to going to unit/department and to be maintained going forward. Preferred: Department Position Summary: A surgical technologist student in the surgical educational program employed by Erlanger Medical Center responsible for direct and/or indirect care of the patient under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and is responsible for the following: Assumes on-call and late duty as assigned OR case preparation Instrument processing Surgical scrub Specimens '270878

The Surgical Technologist is a specifically trained scrub technologist who, under the direction of a Registered Nurse, serves as a vital member of the OR team, responsible for direct and indirect care of the surgical patient. Education: High School education or equivalent. Preferred: Experience: Required: Preferred: Position Requirement(s): License/Certification/Registration Required: Must maintain certification as a surgical technologist from a national certifying body recognized by the health facilities commission; or obtains such certification no later than eighteen (18) months after completion of a surgical technology program. Or, have documented evidence of surgical technology training through the U.S. Armed Forces, National Guard, or U.S. Public Health Service in lieu of certification; or qualify as recognized by the State of TN. BLS completed prior to going to unit/department and to be maintained going forward. Preferred: Department Position Summary: The Surgical Technologist functions as a member of the surgical team responsible for the obtaining of surgical supplies, preparation of the surgical field and maintenance of procedure sterility. The Surgical technologist works in collaboration with the medical, anesthesia, managerial, nursing and clinical staff in order to ensure optimal patient outcomes. The Surgical Technologist must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. This individual further contributes to the department and Medical Center through support of the philosophy and objectives. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the units policies and procedures. This is done through evaluation of direct supervisor by direct observation, in a skills lab, or discussed verbally or written. Competency can also be evaluated by a formal peer review process and/or by self-assessment based on objective criteria that is reviewed and validated. '257697

No call, No weekends, No holidays The Surgical Technologist is a specifically trained scrub technologist who is responsible for direct and indirect care of the surgical patient. Education: High School education or equivalent. Preferred: Experience: Required: Two years of experience as a surgical technician. Preferred: Position Requirement(s): License/Certification/Registration Required: Must maintain certification as a surgical technologist from a national certifying body recognized by the health facilities commission; or obtains such certification no later than eighteen (18) months after completion of a surgical technology program. BLS completed prior to going to the unit/ department and maintained going forward Preferred: Department Position Summary 1. Sets up surgery rooms. Strips and cleans rooms after procedures. 2. Assists surgeon in surgical procedures utilizing proper sterile technique. 3. Performs sponge and needle count during each procedure with the RN Circulator. 4. Constantly observes for any breaks in sterile technique and notifies the surgeon/circulator immediately. 5. Assists with transfer of patients to recovery room. 6. Cleans, decontaminates, wraps, and sterilizes equipment and instruments according to proper sterilization standards. 7. Maintains required records, reports, and statistics on biological monitoring tests for autoclaves. 8. Orders and maintains supplies and restocks OR facility as needed. 9. Maintains and inspects OR facility equipment and materials to provide constant readiness for a procedure. 10. Collects data for cost analysis as requested. 11. Attends required meetings and participated in committees as requested. 12. Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations. 13. Maintains patient confidentiality. 14. Performs related work as required. 15. Performs autoclave spore test at designated intervals and documents this properly. 16. Assists RN with placing linen order. 17. Assist RN with EHR duties. 18. Knowledge of the principles and practices of surgical assisting techniques to provide optimum patient care and treatment. 19. Knowledge of surgical procedures 20. Knowledge of surgical equipment and instruments to clean, decontaminate, wrap, and sterilize. 21. Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to maintain a safe work environment. 22. Skill in anticipating and reacting calmly to emergency situations. 23. Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public. 24. Ability to maintain quality control standards. 25. Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures. 26. Ability to communicate clearly. '241499

The Surgical Technologist is a specifically trained scrub technologist who, under the direction of a Registered Nurse, serves as a vital member of the OR team, responsible for direct and indirect care of the surgical patient. Education: Required: High School education or equivalent Preferred: Experience: Required: Preferred: Position Requirement(s): License/Certification/Registration Required: Must maintain certification as a surgical technologist from a national certifying body recognized by the health facilities commission; or obtains such certification no later than eighteen (18) months after completion of a surgical technology program. BLS certification completed prior to going to unit/department and maintained going forward Preferred: Department Position Summary: The Surgical Technologist functions as a member of the surgical team responsible for the obtaining of surgical supplies, preparation of the surgical field and maintenance of procedure sterility. The Surgical technologist works in collaboration with the medical, anesthesia, managerial, nursing and clinical staff in order to ensure optimal patient outcomes. The Surgical Technologist must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. This individual further contributes to the department and Medical Center through support of the philosophy and objectives. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the unit's policies and procedures. This is done through evaluation of direct supervisor by direct observation, in a skills lab, or discussed verbally or written. Competency can also be evaluated by a formal peer review process and/or by self assessment based on objective criteria that is reviewed and validated. '243238

A Surgical First Assistant Practitioner provides aid in exposure, hemostasis, closure, and other intraoperative technical functions that help the surgeon carry out a safe operation with optimal results for the patient. In addition to intraoperative duties, the surgical assistant also performs preoperative and postoperative duties to better facilitate proper patient care. The Surgical First Assistant Practitioner performs these functions during the operation under the direction and supervision of the surgeon. Education: Required\: Graduate approved Surgical Technologist School with Completion First Assistant Course or Orthopaedic Physician Assistant Program Preferred: Orthopedic Physician Assistant Experience: Required: Documentation/demonstrated knowledge and skills required to perform Surgical First Assistant role in surgery. Preferred: Two (2) years experience as a Surgical Technician in the operating room. Position Requirement(s)\: License/Certification/Registration Required: Completion First Assistant Certification BLS completed prior to going to unit/department and maintained going forward Completion of 8 Hours of Erlanger Online Education specific to Total Ankle, Hip, Knee and Shoulder Replacement Completion of 4 of these hours as Erlanger Online Education upon hire (EOLS's and other training will be assigned by Department Leadership and/or Educator). Department Position Summary: A Surgical First Assistant Practitioner must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to function as a first assistant under the direction and supervision of a Surgeon. The First Assistant Practitioner is a specifically trained in patient positioning, providing visualization of the operative site by appropriate placement of retractors, utilizing appropriate techniques to assist with hemostasis, wound closure, and applying wound dressings. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the unit's policies and procedures. This is done through evaluation of direct supervisor by direct observation, in a skills lab, or discussed verbally or written. Competency can also be evaluated by a formal peer review process and/or by self assessment based on objective criteria that is reviewed and validated.

A First Assistant Practitioner must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to function as a first assistant under the direct and/or indirect supervision of a Surgeon. The employee is a specifically trained surgical technologist who demonstrates the skills, knowledge and judgment necessary to function in the assistant role. The position requires on-call responsibilities and will be assigned accordingly. Education: Required\: Graduate approved Surgical Technologist School, Completion First Assistant Course Preferred: Experience: Required: Documentation/demonstrated knowledge and skills required to perform First Assistant role in surgery. Preferred: Two (2) years' experience as a Surgical Technician in the operating room. Position Requirement(s)\: License/Certification/Registration Required: Completion First Assistant certification exam successfully Current Basic Life Support (BLS) completed prior to going to unit/department and maintained going forward. Preferred: Department Position Summary: A First Assistant Practitioner must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to function as a first assistant under the direct and/or indirect supervision of a Surgeon. The employee is a specifically trained surgical technologist who demonstrates the skills, knowledge and judgment necessary to function in the assistant role. The position requires on-call responsibilities and will be assigned accordingly. Demonstrates Endo Vascular Vein Harvest techniques, if involved with Cardiac/Vascular. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the unit's policies and procedures. This is done through evaluation of direct supervisor by direct observation, in a skills lab, or discussed verbally or written. Competency can also be evaluated by a formal peer review process and/or by self-assessment based on objective criteria that is reviewed and validated.

A non-licensed healthcare provider employed by Erlanger Health Systems is responsible for direct and/or indirect care of patients. The Women's Service Tech II (Surgical Technologist in Single Room Maternity Care) must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served in his or her assigned unit. The employee must be able to exercise judgment to recognize and identify signs and symptoms that require further evaluation by a licensed nurse. The employee must be able to effectively communicate with customers and team members, be flexible and adapt easily to change. The Women's Services Tech II (Surgical Technologist in Single Room Maternity Care) must be familiar with vaginal delivery, setup and assistance during delivery, obstetrical procedures, operative procedures, postoperative obstetrical care and phlebotomy. Education: Required\: - High School education or equivalent. Preferred: - N/A Experience: Required\: - N/A Preferred\: - CNA experience, or Women's Services Experience. Position Requirement(s)\: License/Certification/Registration Required\: - Must maintain certification as a surgical technologist from a national certifying body recognized by the health facilities commission; or obtains such certification no later than eighteen (18) months after completion of a surgical technology program. Or, have documented evidence of surgical technology training through the U.S. Armed Forces, National Guard, or U.S. Public Health Service in lieu of certification; or qualify as recognized by the State of TN. - BLS completed prior to going to the unit/ department and maintained going forward Preferred\: - CST (Certified Surgical Tech) - De-escalation training Department Position Summary: - The Women Services Tech must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served in his or her assigned unit. The employee must be able to exercise judgment to recognize and identify signs and symptoms that require further evaluation by a licensed nurse. The employee must be able to effectively communicate with customers and team members, be flexible and adapt easily to change. - The Women Services Tech must be familiar with vaginal delivery, setup and assistance during delivery, obstetrical procedures, operative procedures, postoperative obstetrical care and phlebotomy.

The Surgical Technologist is a specifically trained scrub technologist who, under the direction of a Registered Nurse, serves as a vital member of the OR team, responsible for direct and indirect care of the surgical patient. Education: High School education or equivalent. Preferred: Experience: Required\: Preferred\: Position Requirement(s)\: License/Certification/Registration Required\: Must maintain certification as a surgical technologist from a national certifying body recognized by the health facilities commission; or obtains such certification no later than eighteen (18) months after completion of a surgical technology program. Or, have documented evidence of surgical technology training through the U.S. Armed Forces, National Guard, or U.S. Public Health Service in lieu of certification; or qualify as recognized by the State of TN. BLS completed prior to going to unit/department and to be maintained going forward. Preferred\: Department Position Summary: The Surgical Technologist functions as a member of the surgical team responsible for the obtaining of surgical supplies, preparation of the surgical field and maintenance of procedure sterility. The Surgical technologist works in collaboration with the medical, anesthesia, managerial, nursing and clinical staff in order to ensure optimal patient outcomes. The Surgical Technologist must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. This individual further contributes to the department and Medical Center through support of the philosophy and objectives. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the units policies and procedures. This is done through evaluation of direct supervisor by direct observation, in a skills lab, or discussed verbally or written. Competency can also be evaluated by a formal peer review process and/or by self-assessment based on objective criteria that is reviewed and validated.

The Surgical Technologist is a specifically trained scrub technologist who, under the direction of a Registered Nurse, serves as a vital member of the OR team, responsible for direct and indirect care of the surgical patient. Education: Required: High School education or equivalent Preferred: Experience: Required\: Preferred: Position Requirement(s)\: License/Certification/Registration Required: Must maintain certification as a surgical technologist from a national certifying body recognized by the health facilities commission; or obtains such certification no later than eighteen (18) months after completion of a surgical technology program. BLS certification completed prior to going to unit/department and maintained going forward Preferred\: Department Position Summary: The Surgical Technologist functions as a member of the surgical team responsible for the obtaining of surgical supplies, preparation of the surgical field and maintenance of procedure sterility. The Surgical technologist works in collaboration with the medical, anesthesia, managerial, nursing and clinical staff in order to ensure optimal patient outcomes. The Surgical Technologist must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. This individual further contributes to the department and Medical Center through support of the philosophy and objectives. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in the unit's policies and procedures. This is done through evaluation of direct supervisor by direct observation, in a skills lab, or discussed verbally or written. Competency can also be evaluated by a formal peer review process and/or by self assessment based on objective criteria that is reviewed and validated.