Surgical Technologist

Job Description

Surgical Technologist

Full-time Days

Paris Regional Health (formerly known as Paris Regional Medical Center), located in Paris, Texas, is a 154-bed, Level III Trauma Center and general acute care hospital serving Northeast Texas and Southeast Oklahoma. With state-of-the-art equipment, robust service lines and a staff of 900+, Paris Regional stands as the most complex hospital in at least a 70-mile radius of Paris. We are proud to be able to serve our community and surrounding area with quality health care close to home.

Where We Are:

Paris, Texas is a delightful blend of small-town charm, rich history, and quirky attractions that make it a standout destination in Northeast Texas.

What we offer:

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees

• Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees

• Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance

• Student Loan Repayment and Tuition Assistance for qualified applicants

• Professional development opportunities, cross-training and CE dollars

• And much more...

Position Summary and Primary Duties:

The Surgical Technologist is an allied health professional competent of surgical procedures and an integral part of the surgical care team. The Surgical Technologist works under the supervision and delegation of a surgeon to facilitate safe and effective surgical procedures. The Surgical Technologist is an expert in theory and application of aseptic and sterile technique, knowledgeable of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and surgeon preferences to properly prepare the sterile field, supplies, instrumentation, and equipment. During the surgery, the Surgical Technician provides appropriate instrumentation and assisting through a combination of knowledge, participation, anticipation, and critical thinking. The Surgical Technician works alongside and assists the circulating nurse as well as other members of the surgical team.

Responsibilities:

• Completion of case carts
• Proper communication with operating room staff
• Cleaning and care of operating rooms, core, and equipment
• Decontamination, cleaning, and sterilization of instrumentation
• Surgeon preference card maintenance
• Supply outdates
• Weekday and weekend call coverage

Every effort has been made to make this job description as complete as possible. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties the incumbent will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is a logical assignment to the responsibilities, assigned with or without notice.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum Education:

• Associate of Applied Science in Surgical Technology through an accredited Surgical Technology program

Preferred Certification(s):

• National Certification as a Surgical Technologist through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)
• American Heart Association healthcare provider BLS, within one month of hire

Minimum Work Experience:

• Preferred 1 Year surgical technologist acute care experience.

Required Skills:

• Verbal, written, and computer skills
  
  Non-Essential Functions
  1. Position serves both internal co-workers and external customers, clients, patients, contractors, and vendors.
  2. Access to and/or works with sensitive and/or confidential information.
  3. Exhibit a comprehensive understanding of healthcare regulatory and compliance (e.g., HIPAA). Skilled in the application of policies and procedures. Knowledge of Business Office Standards and Recommended Practices.
  4. Perform other duties as assigned.

EEOC Statement
This organization does not discriminate in any way to deprive any person of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status of any employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or military or uniformed services, in accordance with all applicable governmental laws and regulations. In addition, the facility complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. If you are an applicant with a mental or physical disability who needs a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, contact our director of Human Resources.

About Us

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.

About the Team

We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.

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