Surgical Technologist Senior
 Salem Hospital | |
 United States, Massachusetts, Salem | |
| 81 Highland Avenue (Show on map) | |
 May 27, 2025 | |
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Summary Under supervision, assists in operations. May help set up operating room, prepare and transport patients for surgery, adjust lights and equipment, pass instruments and other supplies to surgeons and surgeon's assistants, hold retractors, cut sutures, and help count sponges, needles, supplies, and instruments. May provide day to day guidance/direction to more junior staff. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes Essential Functions Participates in time out procedures
-Attainment of extra supplies and equipment as needed. -Sets up equipment independently -Participates as an active member of the Patient Care Team. -Monitor and continually assess operating room conditions, including patient and surgical team needs. -Prepare patients for surgery, including positioning patients on the operating table and covering them with sterile surgical drapes to prevent exposure. -Knowledge of SPD Sterile Room. Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred Certified Surgical Technologist [CST] - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) preferred Medical Technician [New Hampshire] - New Hampshire Board of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy preferred Experience surgical tech experience 3-5 years required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Knowledge of SPD Sterile Room. - Ability to multitask, can work in a fast paced clinical environment. - Advanced knowledge of sterile processing procedures and policies. - Familiarity with medical terminology and departmental supply items is required. Physical Requirements North Shore Medical Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a 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. | |