Surgical Technologist

Job Description:The Surgical Technologist performs various duties as a member of the surgical team to ensure a safe and successful operative procedure. This position functions under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and directly reports to Surgical Services management. It is expected that the Surgical Technologist will support system wide and surgical operations initiatives and practices. In addition, this person will actively participate in the surgical operations safety plan as outlined.About Intermountain Medical CenterIntermountain Medical Center began in 1997 to solve two challenges: Intermountain Healthcare's Cottonwood Hospital in Murray, UT, was aging and LDS Hospital, the company's flagship hospital at the time, was unable to expand. Between 1999 and 2002, Intermountain purchased 100 acres of land at 5300 South State Street in Murray, an ideal site because of its central location in the heart of the Salt Lake Valley, close to numerous local and national transportation options. After a 10-year planning and construction process, The Medical Center opened its doors on October 29, 2007.At the center of all we do at the Medical Center is our intense focus on the patient. From the different advanced services provided, to the layout of our campus, and our use of the latest technologies, it’s all designed to create the best care and healing environment around. In short, it’s our goal to provide the absolute best patient experience.Why work in the Operating Room?Are you looking to grow as a Surgical Technologist? Intermountain Medical Center’s operating rooms may be the perfect unit for you We focus on providing extraordinary, individualized care for one patient at a time In the Operating Room you won’t have to care for multiple high acuity patients at once, instead you’ll be able to focus all your attention, time and energy to one patient’s care; easily one of the best aspects of surgical nursing.Our department truly works as a team. We collaborate with each other to give our patients the best care possible. We are a unit that fosters growth. Each new caregiver is paired with a mentor throughout orientation, so you can safely learn the ropes with guidance from your peers.  We are passionate about patient safety. We foster a culture of safety in everything we do, like the pre-incision ‘time-out’ to verify patient identity and procedural consent, verifying implants before delivery to the field, safely positioning and ensuring proper padding, and pausing for enough help to safely transfer patients from bed to table.The operating room offers you an opportunity to partner with our incredible surgeons, and forge strong connections. Nurses and physicians are truly our friends in this department If you’re looking to improve your relationships with nurses and surgeons you briefly interact with during rounds, this is the place to do it You can work shoulder to shoulder with our nurses and surgeons as you dive into scrubbing and engage in great discussions as you circulate the room. There is no better environment for physician and Advanced Practice Provider interaction than inside an operating room.Join us in the operating room and experience your first assigned 40-minute lunch break After 40 glorious, uninterrupted minutes, you’ll never look back And you’ll be absolutely delighted when your relief arrives before shift change, you give your hand-off, and you find yourself on your way home right on time The schedule is truly a cherry on top of a delicious slice of life here at Intermountain Medical Center’s Operating Room. So are you ready to dig in? Apply todayThe Surgical Technologist has a pathway opportunity identified for advancement to Surgical Technologist levels II or III.Job EssentialsEnsures room and all surgical items meet sterilization criteria.Maintains sterile field and safe environment.Recognizes and addresses sharps and fire safety processes.Prepares room and instruments for surgical procedure. May assist with sterile processing.Assists the surgical staff during the procedure, within the scope of practice.After procedure, cleans room and prepares for next procedure.Identifies emergency situations and exercises judgment when implementing procedures to respond to emergencies.Posting SpecificsLevel I Pay Range: $23.25 - $35.89Level II Pay Range: $25.58 - $39.49Level III Pay Range: $28.15 - $43.42Benefits Eligible: YesShift Details: Full Time, Part Time, PRNDepartment: Operating Rooms - Intermountain Medical Center (Murray, Utah)Shift Details: Variable hours, schedule will be discussed in interview.This position could be filled as a Surgical Tech II or Surgical Tech III depending on experience and qualifications.Minimum Qualifications (Level I)Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers.Completion of an accredited Operating Room Technician program (ORT)Or graduated from a non-accredited surgical tech program within the past six months, but not currently eligible to sit for Tech in Surgery exam (NCCT)Or two years of scrub tech experience in hospital or military surgical services within the last three years.Or International training equivalent and legally authorized to work in the United States.In addition to meeting Level I requirements, to qualify for a Level II/III role, you must also meet the following requirements:Minimum Qualifications (Level II)Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.Competent in Basic Procedures or 1 or more specialty areas and/or facility case mix Able to take assigned callMust be in good standing.Minimum Qualifications (Level III)Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.Competent in Basic Procedures and 2 or more specialty areas such as (Ortho, Robotics, Neuro, CV, Trauma, Transplant, Reimplants) and/or facility case mix. Able to take assigned callMust be in good standingPreferred QualificationsSurgical Technologist with CVOR, Neuro, and Transplant experienceActive National Certification as an OR Tech in Surgery or Certified Surgical Technologist. Certification is expected within the timeframe outlined below.Certification is required after hire as follows:Surgical Technologists who graduated from an accredited program must certify within one year of hire (may use either NBSTSA or NCCT certification).Surgical Technologists who have graduated from non-accredited programs or completed on-the-job or military training, need to certify as soon as possible.  This can be done upon graduation or, according to the NCCT requirements, take beyond one year in order to meet worked hours (>6000) and case tracking requirements. Managers will need to meet with new hires and determine certification course, projected certification window, and track progress.Physical Requirements:Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, sterile indicator tags, colors, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.- and -Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.- and -Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment and instruments with precision and accuracy. This includes computer use and typing for documentation, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.- and -Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.- and -Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc).- and -May be expected to stand in a stationary position with personal protective equipment for an extended period of time.Location:Intermountain Health Intermountain Medical CenterWork City:MurrayWork State:UtahScheduled Weekly Hours:40The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. $23.25 - $35.89We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged. Learn more about our comprehensive benefits packages for our Idaho, Nevada, and Utah based caregivers, and for our Colorado, Montana, and Kansas based caregivers; and our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.All positions subject to close without notice.