Surgical Technician

1 month ago

Lowell, United States Lowell General Hospital Full time
Job Description

We’re saving lives, building careers, and reimagining healthcare. We can’t wait to grow alongside you.

Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community health care to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, Melrose/Wakefield Healthcare, an expansive home care network and a large clinically integrated physician network, Tufts Medicine has more than 15,000 dedicated employees and caregivers.

Why Join Us? At Tufts Medicine, we’re more than a health system – we’re a community of the brightest minds and the biggest hearts in healthcare.  We combine academic innovation with compassion and community.  If that excites you, then you belong with us.

We're Excited to Offer Highly Competitive Sign-On Bonuses

Competitive salaries & benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits start day one

403(b) Retirement with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Opportunities for career growth

Free on-site parking

Job Overview 

This position is an entry level Surgical Technician position who practices under the supervision of the surgical team in the Operating Room to deliver patient care throughout the perioperative experience. Assists the Surgeon during surgery by providing the appropriate instruments and in maintaining and organizing operating room equipment. Performs according to the policies, procedures, philosophy, and objectives of the department and hospital.  Works cooperatively within department and other services to create a system of quality health care. 

Location: Lowell General Hospital - 295 Varnum Avenue - Lowell, MA

Hours: 40 hours with on-call availability - 7am - 5:30pm

 

Minimum Qualifications

1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Before July 1, 2013, employed as a surgical technologist in a surgical facility;  OR Successfully completed a training program for surgical technology in the military; OR Graduated from an accredited Surgical Tech Program.

3. 0-Less than 12 Months of healthcare experience.

4. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.

 

Duties and Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list.  Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned. 

 

1. Functions in a professional manner as the Surgical Technologist Operating Room on a wide variety and in all stages of surgical procedures. 

2. Maintains strict aseptic technique during set-up, patient draping and during surgical procedure. 

3. Scrubs on surgical cases, participates in surgery by organizing the instrumentation to the surgeon, participating in surgical counts. 

4. Selects and prepares the appropriate instruments, supplies and equipment for surgical cases.   

5. Performs related activities under the direction of the surgeon.   

6. Performs all counts with the circulating nurse according to Operating Room policy. 

7. Manages all intraoperative medications in accordance with Operating Room policy. 

8. Manages surgical specimens according to Physician’s orders and Hospital policy. 

9. Follows Operating Room procedures for the proper decontamination of instrumentation, equipment, and room turnover. 

10. Assists in the positioning, moving and transporting of patients as needed. 

11. Reports equipment and supply problems to the Charge Nurse, Service Lead or Clinical Nursing Director as needed.   

12. When not participating on surgical cases, assists with positioning obtaining needed items during surgery and assists in room turnover activities.   

13. Participates in Operating Room activities related to quality improvement, continuing education, orientation of new personnel and emergency preparedness. 

14. Remains knowledgeable about service specific equipment ensuring safe and efficient utilization. 

15. Maintains a collaborative work relationship with peers and colleagues in order to create a positive work environment. 

About Lowell General
For more than 125 years, Lowell General has served the Greater Lowell community with pride. We balance the first-rate care of a premier medical center with the warmth of a three-time Magnet®-recognized community hospital. As a member of our team, you’ll join over 3,000 dedicated care providers to offer complete, connected care, when and where patients need it most.

 

 


Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Care at Home - an expansive home care network, and large integrated physician network. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at Tufts Medicine. Tufts Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation by emailing us at careers@tuftsmedicine.org.

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