Surgical Technologist

Inova Health System is seeking a Surgical Technologist for a job in Oakton, Virginia.

• Specialty: Surgical Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: Ongoing
• Shift: flexible
• Employment Type: Staff

Job Responsibilities:

• The Surg Tech 2 demonstrates advanced knowledge and practice in the role of the first scrub.
• Demonstrates advanced knowledge of aseptic and surgical technique.
• Demonstrates responsible behavior as a healthcare professional.
• Identifies variances from expected outcomes and responds to changes in patient needs.
• Demonstrates advanced knowledge and practice in the role of the first scrub. Demonstrates advanced knowledge of anatomy and is able to anticipate the required instrumentation for each step of a surgical procedure.
• Expedites the operative procedure by anticipating the needs of the surgeon.
• Keeps the circulating nurse informed of upcoming patient care needs.
• Demonstrates advanced knowledge of aseptic and surgical techniques.
• Establishes and maintains an organized sterile field and applies principles of asepsis.
• Demonstrates collaboration with other team members in planning/giving patient care. Actively shares knowledge with staff regarding instrument sets/techniques and procedures.
• Demonstrates appropriate use of emergency equipment, supplies, and resources.
• Serves as a resource in at least 2 specialty areas/procedures.
• Performs in preceptor role for new & experienced staff in the scrub role.
• Provides working knowledge of powered instrumentation, video equipment, microscopes, and complex instrumentation, equipment.
• Assists in the evaluation of new products and equipment.
• Participates in at least one unit-based committee/council and/or accepts individual assignments to work on improving patient care/unit-based issues.
• Documents evidence of at least 20 hours of self-development activities with a minimum of 6 formal contact hours.
• Identifies variances from expected outcomes and responds to changes in patient needs.
• Maintains sterile field during emergencies.
• May perform additional duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist program preferred
• 1 year experience as a Surgical Technologist
• Surgical Technologist registration required
• Must be eligible for Surgical Technologist registration via Commonwealth of Virginia at time of hire. Registration must be completed within 6 months of hire.
• BLS via AHA required
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) via NBSTSA or Tech in Surgery – Certified (TS-C) via NCCT preferred

• State-of-the-art medical and training facilities
• Retirement benefits with match from day one
• Free Parking to all employees
• Exclusive savings opportunities to in-store events, theme parks, discounts, movie tickets and local offerings and so much more

Inova Job ID #651047. Posted job title: surg tech 2, fair