MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center

Surgical Tech II

MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center • $61K — $111K *
Baltimore, MD 21215In-Person
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Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED required; graduation from an accredited surgical technology program.
  • 1-2 years of surgical technologist experience required; substitution of education for experience allowed.
  • Must maintain 6 Continuing Education Credits per year and have CPR certification within specified timelines.
  • CST (Certified Surgical Technologist) certification is preferred and additional unit certifications may be necessary based on department needs.
  • Demonstrated competency in procedure preparation and completion across all surgical services.

Responsibilities

  • Anticipates the surgeon's needs during surgical procedures for optimal support.
  • Prepares cases according to established preference card guidelines to ensure efficiency.
  • Collaborates on orientation programs and precepts staff and students to foster team development.
  • Monitors equipment functionality, troubleshooting issues promptly to maintain operational integrity.
  • Serves as a technical resource, providing key information on instruments and equipment specific to specialty area.
  • Assists in direct surgical activities while adhering closely to aseptic techniques throughout procedures.
  • Handles specimens correctly and contributes to team efforts in quality improvement initiatives.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development through continued education and potential specialty certifications.
  • Involvement in community outreach and representation of department in public forums.
  • Supportive work environment that fosters teamwork and professional growth.
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About the Job

General Summary of Position
Performs a variety of technical duties to assist with surgery. Provides expert services in at least one specialty area. Assists with precepting of staff and students.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities

  • Anticipates sequential needs of the surgeon/physician during the procedure.
  • Assists with case preparation following preference card guidelines.
  • Collaborates with Resource Nurse and Perioperative Educator on the development and provision of competency- based orientation. Precepts staff and students.
  • Contributes to the achievement of established department goals and objectives and adheres to department policies procedures quality standards and safety standards. Complies with governmental and accreditation regulations.
  • Ensures that equipment is functioning properly. Immediately identifies and troubleshoots equipment problems within specialty area and/or notifies appropriate personnel.
  • Functions as a technical resource person by providing information relating to instruments and equipment and assists in planning and maintenance of the equipment particularly in area of expertise.
  • Functions as assistant during procedures performing specified activities under the direct supervision of the surgeon/physician.
  • Identifies and handles specimens appropriately.
  • In conjunction with other team members may provide one in-service per year in related specialty area.
  • Maintains aseptic techniques; actively monitors situations that could lead to breaches in aseptic technique.
  • Participates in meetings and on committees and represents the department and hospital in community outreach efforts as required. Serves as a contributing member on unit-based committees.
  • Participates in multidisciplinary quality and service improvement teams.
  • Performs indirect patient care activities such as patient transportation as needed.
  • Provides comfort and support for patients by demonstrating sensitivity to patient's care and privacy.
  • Responds to questions from patient families and significant others in a prompt courteous positive and knowledgeable manner and/or refers to appropriate personnel.
    • Minimal Qualifications
    Education
    • High School Diploma or GED required and
    • graduation from a school of surgical technology or hospital-based program required
    • One year of relevant education may be substituted for one year of required work experience.
    Experience
    • 1-2 years Surgical technologist experience required
    • One year of relevant professional-level work experience may be substituted for one year of required education.
    Licenses and Certifications
    • Must maintain 6 Continuing Education Credits per year. within 180 Days required and
    • CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required and
    • Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit. and
    • CST (Certified Surgical Technologist) certification preferred
    Knowledge Skills and Abilities
    • Competency in case procedure preparation and completion in all services.
    • Expert in at least one specialty surgical service.
    • Verbal and written communication skills.
    • Basic computer skills preferred.

    This position has a hiring range of

    USD $29.73 - USD $53.49 /Hr.

    About MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center

    MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center is a medical facility located in Clinton, Maryland. It is a 192-bed acute care hospital that provides a range of services including emergency care, cardiology, cancer care, orthopedics, and women's health. The hospital is part of the MedStar Health system, which is the largest healthcare provider in Maryland and the Washington, D.C. region. MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center is committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care to its patients and improving the health of the communities it serves.
    Learn more about MedStar Southern Maryland Hospital Center
    Size
    1,200 employees
    Industry
    Healthcare
    * Ladders Estimates

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