Job Information
Trinity Health Labor and Delivery Surgical Technologist in Ann Arbor, Michigan
Employment Type:
Part time
Shift:
12 Hour Night Shift
Description:
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - Labor & Delivery
Status: Contingent
Shift: Night Shift
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE
Education: Associate degree in Surgical Technology OR current certification as a Surgical Technologist by NBSTSA.
Experience: No experience required with associate degree in Surgical Technology; without Associate’s degree in Surgical Technology, two (2) years of surgical technologist experience required and certification.
Certification/Licensure: Certification preferred with Associate Degree.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Scrubbing for Surgical Cases:
Following established sterile procedures.
Changing into appropriate sterile attire.
Preparing for Operative Procedures:
Setting up instrument tables with required drapes, instruments, and sutures as per surgeon preferences.
Maintaining a sterile field throughout the procedure.
Assisting the Surgical Team:
Passing instruments, sponges, sutures, and other sterile supplies.
Holding retractors and anticipating/responding to surgeon needs during surgery.
Assisting with Circulating Duties:
- Opening supplies, assisting with patient positioning, obtaining equipment, bagging sponges, and preparing the operative site.
Handling Surgical Specimens:
- Passing specimens to the circulating nurse with proper identification.
Counting Instruments and Supplies:
- Performing initial, final, and end-of-shift counts of sponges, needles, and instruments used during surgery.
Post-Operative Care:
- Assisting with dressing the operative site following the procedure.
Operating and Caring for Equipment:
Operating surgical equipment and instruments according to department policy and manufacturer recommendations.
Staying updated on developments in surgical equipment and techniques through in-service programs.
Quality Improvement:
- Participating in quality improvement processes and contributing to problem-solving and process improvement initiatives.
Safety and Confidentiality:
Ensuring personal safety and that of coworkers by following safety protocols.
Maintaining confidentiality regarding patient, physician, and hospital information.
In summary, this role involves technical proficiency in surgical procedures, adherence to strict sterile techniques, teamwork with surgical and nursing staff, continuous learning, commitment to quality improvement, and a strong focus on patient safety and confidentiality.
Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods
Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability
Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout SJMHS and Trinity Health
Tuition Reimbursement
Click Here (https://www.stjoeshealth.org/careers/current-openings/benefits) to learn more about the benefits, culture and career development opportunities available to you at Trinity Health Ann Arbor.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.
Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.
EOE including disability/veteran