Surgical Technician (Operating Room)
Company: Cambridge Health Alliance
Location: Cambridge
Posted on: November 16, 2023
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Job Description:
Location: CHA Cambridge Hospital Work Days: (4) 10 hour variable
shifts; on-call weekends, nights & holidays required Category:
Clinical Support Department: OR Cambridge Job Type: Full time Work
Shift: Day Hours/Week: 40.00 Union: Yes Union Name: CH Laborers
380DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION:CHA Perioperative Services consists of
Orthopedics, General Surgery, Ophthalmology, Urology, Plastics,
Podiatry, Vascular and Endoscopy and many other services. Cambridge
Health Alliance's experienced Surgery team has performed thousands
of procedures at some of Boston's finest teaching hospitals. Today,
we have recruited highly-regarded surgeons and are able to provide
state-of-the-art care in our operating rooms. The department has
grown significantly adding skilled surgeons who bring specialized
care to our communities. Our most recent initiatives includes a
minimally invasive surgery program, hepatobiliary and pancreatic
program, and multidisciplinary breast center. All of our Surgeons
handle routine cases as well as more complex procedures. Whenever
possible, we use minimally invasive techniques to reduce the
discomfort and recovery time of surgery. Many procedures can now be
done on an outpatient basis with patients going home the same day.
These procedures including Endoscopy are performed at Cambridge and
Everett hospital and outpatient Endoscopy is performed at our
Somerville Campus.
Job Duties/Responsibilities:
The main purpose of the Surgical Technician is to provide quality
patient care according to Cambridge Health Alliance, the
Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses, and the Society of
Gastroenterology Nurses and Associates standards of nursing
practice and the Surgical Technologist role expectations. The role
of the Surgical Technologist is to assist the surgical provider and
circulating nurse through preparation and assistance with surgical
procedures. Surgical technologists prepare surgical equipment,
provide equipment to surgeons during surgery, maintaining the
integrity of the sterile environment within the operating room and
complete other tasks as appropriate. Clinical leadership at
Cambridge Health Alliance is manifested by personal commitment,
accountability, and initiative in clinical practice. Patients are
our priority. The surgical technologist assists patients to reach
their health care goals.ON CALL RESPONSIBILITIES REQUIRED FOR
NIGHTS, WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYSEducation/Training:
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Graduate of an accredited surgical technologist program
required.
Successful completion of Periop101 during CHA orientation
Certifications:
Certified Surgical Technician certification required
American Heart Association BLS certification required
Work Experience:
Minimum 2 years current surgical technologist experience
required
KEYWORDS: SURGICAL TECHNICIAN, SURG TECH
In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health
Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and associates to
discriminate against anyone based on race, religion, color, gender,
age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender
identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic
protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining
a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal
employment opportunity. We will not tolerate unlawful
discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion,
salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career
development. Furthermore, we will not tolerate the use of
discriminatory slurs, or other remarks, jokes or conduct, that in
the judgment of CHA, encourage or permit an offensive or hostile
work environment.
Cambridge Health Alliance brings Care to the People - including
your neighbors, friends and family. Our local hospitals and care
centers serve our vibrant, diverse communities, and play an
integral role in improving health. As passionate advocates for the
underserved, we actively partner with our communities to take on
challenging public health issues, and conduct important research to
help reduce barriers to care. We believe that everyone deserves
access to high quality, convenient health care. This is why our
employees believe in where they work and why many build long,
rewarding careers at CHA.
Healthcare is changing rapidly. CHA has a strategic plan that
charts a proactive course for our future. It is built on a vision
of equity and excellence for everyone, every time. It also
recognizes that our workforce is our most valuable asset and
prioritizes competitive salaries, benefits and professional
development opportunities for employees. The strategic plan is
changing the way we provide care and improving the health and
experience of our patients; we are looking for smart, committed,
compassionate people who want to be part of making our vision of
better health and equity a reality.
At CHA, you can believe in where you work and go home every day
knowing you made a difference. Join our team and help us bring Care
to the People.
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