Surgical Technologist SEIU - Part Time Day Shift - Operating Room
Company: Geisinger
Location: Duryea
Posted on: April 16, 2024
|
|
Job Description:
Job Title: Surgical Technologist SEIU - Part Time Day Shift -
Operating RoomLocation: Wilkes-Barre, PennsylvaniaJob Category:
Diagnostic ServicesSchedule: Days Work Type: Part timeDepartment:
GWV Surgical Suite TeamDate Posted: 03/06/2024Job ID: R-59354Job
SummaryGeisinger is proud to offer a part time Surgical
Technologist competitive pay rate, up to $5/hr shift differential
for evening, night and weekend shifts and up to $40,000 in
financial support to become a nurse!Job DutiesAssists surgeon with
procedures related to the care of patient of all ages during
surgical intervention.Assists in the coordination of treatments
with other disciplines.Provides basic patient assistance.Connects
patients to clinical equipment as needed.Practices aseptic
techniques while preparing for surgery including scrubbing,
applying surgical gown, gloving, draping and setting up instrument
table.Actively participates in surgical Time and out and operating
room briefing according to the universal protocol.Identifies
correct surgical site with the circulating registered nurse and
surgeon before incision of operative procedures.Maintains an
accurate account of supplies including sponges, needles and
instruments.Verifies count with the circulating nurse at end of
procedure.Prepares, identifies and verifies all specimens obtained
during the surgical procedure.Disposes of linens, needles and
sharps in appropriate containers.Assesses wounds and applies or
changes sterile dressing as instructed by the registered
nurse.Maintains and documents universal precautions.Initiates
emergency procedures.Participates in the admission and discharge
process.Performs billing as appropriate for services rendered or
equipment used.Participates in on-call rotations of operating
room.Acts as a preceptor for students assigned to the surgical
unit.Adheres to all policies, protocols and standards of
care.Performs quality control monitoring.Performs additional duties
including specimen collection, pleure-vac and traction set up,
patient transport and post-mortem care.Assures all medications and
solutions are labeled, under the registered nurse's
supervision.Work is typically performed in a clinical environment.
Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and
complying with all organization policies and procedures. The
specific statements in this profile are not intended to be
all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary
to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills
outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered
essential to the performance of the job related to that
position.Benefits of working at Geisinger: -Full benefits (health,
dental and vision) starting on day oneThree medical plan choices,
including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and
dependents Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care
flexible spending accounts (FSA) and -a health savings account
(HSA) Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and
long-term disability coverage 401(k) plan that includes automatic
Geisinger contributions Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that
allows you to accrue time quickly Up to $5,000 in tuition
reimbursement per calendar year MyHealth Rewards wellness program
to improve your health while earning a financial incentive
Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility
assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free
Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare,
eldercare, & pet care; Access free legal guidance, mental health
visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and
moreVoluntary benefits including accident, critical illness,
hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal
life and pet and legal insurance Shared governance structure that
empowers our Surgical Technologists -Professional opportunities for
growth and advancement -Support and mentorship from a full range of
dedicated leaders -Community involvement through our Employee
Resource Groups -Employee referral incentive program -Join the
Geisinger Family! Apply now! To learn more about Geisinger
opportunities, please contact Nikki Kaleta,
nkaleta@geisinger.eduPosition Details6:30am - 3pm (20 Hours
weekly)Every other working weekend requiredRotation of on call
weekdays and weekendsRotation of holidays working and on call(30
minute response time required for on call shifts)EducationGraduate
from Specialty Training Program- (Required)ExperienceMinimum of 1
year-Related work experience (Preferred)Certification(s) and
License(s)Certified Surgical Technologist - National Board of
Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)Our Purpose &
ValuesOUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for
our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and
our communities. KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would
hope to be treated ourselves. EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues
who humbly strive for excellence. LEARNING: We share our knowledge
with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for
tomorrow. INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to
care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.
SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members
and the Geisinger family We offer healthcare benefits for full time
and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and
domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, from senior
management on down, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration,
cooperation and collegiality. We know that a diverse workforce with
unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our
patients, members and community come from a wide variety of
backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health
easier for all. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal
opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion,
sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin,
disability or status as a protected veteran.
Keywords: Geisinger, Scranton , Surgical Technologist SEIU - Part Time Day Shift - Operating Room, Healthcare , Duryea, Pennsylvania
Click
here to apply!
|