Surgical Technologist

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Surgical Technologist to join our Orthopedic Clinical Resource team at Salem Hospital, Inc. As a key member of our surgical team, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality patient care and ensuring the smooth operation of our surgical services.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the management of all aspects of the orthopedic service line, including the delivery of care to patients.
• Work under the supervision of the RN to deliver safe and effective care to patients.
• Request and utilize governing and administrative resources, technological and support systems, and multidisciplinary clinical experts to manage and deliver quality, cost-effective patient care.
• Function as an expert Surgical Technologist II with a specific surgical focus, encompassing all aspects of patient/family care, including the availability and appropriateness of equipment, standards, and competencies.

Culture of Excellence

We are committed to creating a culture of excellence, where every individual is valued and respected. As a member of our team, you will be expected to:

• See every patient as worthy of respect and attention.
• Design care and services for and with each patient.
• Recognize that patients see quality service as quality care.
• Make it a priority to assist patients, visitors, and colleagues.
• Take advantage of learning and growth opportunities.
• Understand organizational goals and priorities.

Compliance Responsibilities

We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of compliance and adhering to North Shore Medical Centers' (NSMC) compliance standards. As a member of our team, you will be expected to:

• Understand and adhere to NSMC's compliance standards as they appear in Corporate Compliance Policies, Code of Conduct, and NSMC's policies.
• Keep abreast of all pertinent federal, state, and NSMC regulations, laws, and policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modified.
• Ensure that staff are trained and evaluated on their knowledge of and adherence to compliance policies and procedures specific to their jobs.

Job Specific Responsibilities

As a Surgical Technologist on our Orthopedic Clinical Resource team, you will be responsible for:

• Utilizing the standards of the Patient Focused Model to assist staff nurses with plans, implement, and evaluate, and manage care for all patients with consideration of age, developmental, socioeconomic, psychological, physical, spiritual, and cultural factors.
• Practicing reflects knowledge of current medical literature and resources, demonstrating ongoing learning in appropriate science, such as contemporary medical, pharmacologic, pathophysiology to care for specific patient types.
• Maintaining competency in surgical practice and clinical skills and making annual plans for professional development.
• Collecting and analyzing patient information, collaborating with nurses, physicians, and healthcare team members to expedite and coordinate the delivery of services and ensure efficient use of resources.
• Collaborating with physicians regarding patient's surgical equipment, supplies, and implant needs.
• Assuring timely initiation, completion, communication, and documentation of services provided.
• Identifying barriers to implementing the plan of care or to achieving expected outcomes, consulting appropriate resources to report and/or resolve problems.
• Seeking out innovative opportunities to improve patient care.
• Exhibiting fiscal accountability through cost-effective use of time, material, and other resources.
• Assisting staff nurses to coordinate all resources to facilitate the hospital admission process and a successful discharge.
• Acting as a resource/consultant for all team members.
• Developing and revising instructional materials for staff development in collaboration with educator.

Leadership Management

As a member of our leadership team, you will be responsible for:

• Assuring practice meets external regulatory agencies' requirements.
• Assisting in identifying areas for improvement and developing plans for compliance.
• Chairing and/or participating on unit committees to promote achievement of Division and Unit Objectives.
• Assisting staff to perform basic and unit-based competencies through referral or one-on-one teaching.
• Collaborating with Manager/Clinical Leader in development and implementation of Performance Improvement activities.
• Role modeling collaborative practice behaviors, communications, and standards.
• Developing plans and making recommendations for the most cost-effective use of time, materials, and other resources for the area of clinical focus.
• Ordering supplies and equipment for service.
• Developing Doctor preference cards.

Professional Relationships

We are committed to creating a culture of excellence, where every individual is valued and respected. As a member of our team, you will be expected to:

• Role model service excellence standards by establishing and maintaining positive interpersonal relationships with patients, visitors, and hospital personnel.
• Establish collegial relationships that promote a sensitive, professional, and productive environment.
• Expand clinical expertise through participation in ongoing educational activities and in professional organizations.
• Participate in the development and presentation of unit-based educational activities.
• Identify the need for change and seek appropriate alternatives.
• Participate in the implementation of the change process and provide feedback.
• Understand and integrate service excellence standards at all times. Serve as a role model. Recognize these attributes in others and celebrate their achievements.
• Conduct and participate in multidisciplinary team conferences and educational offerings.
• Demonstrate and apply assertiveness skills and techniques.
• Participate in orientation of new employees and serve as a preceptor and mentor for team members.
• Participate in and assist in the identification of performance improvement activities.

Safety and Infection Control

We are committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety and infection control. As a member of our team, you will be expected to:

• Follow hospital policy and procedures regarding patient and staff safety, maintaining a safe environment.
• Incorporate infection control standards in daily activities.
• Be administratively responsible to Patient Care Managers or designee.
• Meet the education and resource needs of staff within the related specialty in terms of procedures, equipment, and new practices.
• Possess the ability to navigate corporate and hospital intranet.
• Be responsible for the ability to proficiently utilize departmental information systems in daily practice.
• Be responsible for accurate documentation utilizing departmental information systems.

Customer Service Responsibilities

We are committed to delivering exceptional customer service. As a member of our team, you will be expected to:

• Work collaboratively with all members of the healthcare team, particularly those who predominantly serve in the various departments.
• Assist with planning and implementation of changes regarding new practices and/or procedures.

Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities

We are committed to developing and supporting our team members. As a member of our leadership team, you will be responsible for:

• Assuming responsibility for direction, supervision, and development of assigned personnel.
• Participating in the interview process and providing feedback for evaluating assigned personnel, or as requested.
• Maintaining smooth functioning of a department through effective priority setting, decision making, problem solving, and organization of resources.
• Identifying problems with systems or processes; recommending or participating in designing strategies that will improve the quality and utilization of Medical Center resources.
• Conducting and participating in multidisciplinary team conferences and educational offerings.
• Demonstrating and applying assertiveness skills and techniques.
• Performing clinical preceptor role for specialty service and following core competency outline.
• Participating in orientation of new employees and serving as a preceptor and mentor for team members in collaboration with educator.
• Participating in and assisting in the identification of performance improvement activities.

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