Surgical Technologist - $19-29 per hour
Company: Banner Health
Location: Phoenix
Posted on: October 19, 2024
Job Description:
Banner Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist for a job in
Phoenix, Arizona.Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Surgical Technologist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Duration: Ongoing
- Employment Type: StaffPrimary City/State:Phoenix,
ArizonaDepartment Name: Surg-HospWork Shift: DayJob
Category:Clinical CareThe future is full of possibilities. At
Banner Health, we're excited about what the future holds for health
care. That's why we're changing the industry to make the experience
the best it can be. Our team has come together with the common
goal: Make health care easier, so life can be better.-- The future
of health care starts here. If you're ready to change lives, we
want to hear from you. Apply today.Banner Health was named to
Fortune's America's Most Innovative Companies list for the second
year in a row for 2024 and named Most Trustworthy Companies in
America by Newsweek. We're proud to be recognized for our
commitment to the latest health care advancements and excellent
patient care.We currently have an opportunity as an OR Specialty
Technician. This role is vital to the efficient flow of the
intraoperative department.-- This role encompasses many
responsibilities including cleaning OR suites, maintaining
appropriate levels of supplies and room set-up.-- You will work
closely with OR Circulators, Surgical techs, and anesthesia, as
well as learn day to day operations within the OR suite. This is a
full-time, day shift opportunity working at our Banner Estrella
location! This is community-based hospital, where the team has a
strong focus on teamwork and supporting each other.Shift
Details:Monday - Friday, 2:30pm - 11pm (5/8's). Some holiday call
required.See the Benefits Guide under the Total Rewards section of
this posting, to learn more about our great benefit
package!*Details of the schedule will be discussed during the
interview.Banner Estrella Medical Center is a 317-bed acute care
hospital providing a full range of health care services to the fast
growing communities of west Phoenix. Opened in 2005, this is an
innovative, fully electronic facility that features electronic
medical records, computerized physician order entry, digital
radiography, sophisticated ICU monitoring and much more. In fact,
we've been named one of the "ten most innovative hospitals in the
country" by Newsweek Magazine and are recognized by U.S. News and
World Report as one of Phoenix's Best Hospitals. The hospital is
also designed to provide a soothing, healing atmosphere for both
patients and their family members. We encourage the use of such
therapies as pet therapy, aromatherapy, spiritual care and Reiki
Therapy.POSITION SUMMARYThis position provides support to the
surgical team by providing basic patient care and assistance as
directed. Promotes patient safety by assuring safe functioning of
OR specialty equipment during procedures and ensuring appropriate
supplies are available.CORE FUNCTIONS1. Serves as a resource person
in designated surgical specialty to ensure coordination of
necessary instruments and equipment.2. Maintains unit equipment.
This includes, but is not limited to: setting up; cleaning;
performing basic troubleshooting of equipment; performing safety
checks on equipment and specialty carts as directed, calibrates and
replaces soda lime. Monitors equipment for malfunctions, performs
light maintenance or arranges for repairs. May complete room setup,
assemble equipment, and maintain anesthesia specialty carts.3.
Tracks and monitors availability of equipment and instruments for
procedures in collaboration with the members of the OR Team.4.
Maintains adequate inventory of anesthesia and surgical supplies
both in the OR and anesthesia work areas.5. Assists with pulling
supplies for cases, rotating inventory, and monitoring expiration
dates.6. Under the direction of the RN circulator, assists with
basic patient care as requested. Practices aseptic technique per
competency.7. Performs functional tasks and utilizes equipment as
delegated by a licensed professional. This may require additional
specialized training provided by the department, consistent with
demonstrated competency.8. Assists with transporting patients,
including pre-operative and immediate post-operative patients to
critical care unit. Participates in OR room turnover.9.
Responsibilities are typically within the department but may
require assisting in other areas which administer anesthesia.
Incumbents must be able to think critically and make quick
decisions in a fast-paced, stressful environment. Internal
customers are patients, surgeons, anesthesiologists, RNs and other
members of the multiple-disciplinary OR team.Performs all functions
according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and
accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional
standards. Provides all customers of Banner Health with an
excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating our core
and leader behaviors each and every day.NOTE: The core functions
are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of
this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of
duties. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented as
outlined by the incumbent's immediate manager.SUPERVISORY
RESPONSIBILITIESDIRECTLY REPORTINGNoneMATRIX OR INDIRECT
REPORTINGNoneTYPE OF SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESN/ABanner Health
Leadership will strive to uphold the mission, values, and purpose
of the organization. They will serve as role models for staff and
act in a people-centered, service excellence-focused, and
results-oriented manner.PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ENVIRONMENT FACTORSDP -
Typical Direct Patient Care environment: (Nutrition Rep, Chaplain,
RN)Able to stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, and stretch
frequently.Possess physical agility and adequate reaction time to
respond quickly and appropriately to unexpected patient care
needs.Needs adequate hearing and visual acuity, including adequate
color vision.Requires fine motor skills, adequate eye-hand
coordination, and ability to grasp and handle objects.Able to use
proper body mechanics to assist patients in ambulating,
transferring in and out of bed, chair or wheelchair.May be required
to lift up to 75 pounds.Must use standard precautions due to threat
of exposure to blood and bodily fluids.Needs ability to communicate
effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on
telephone.May require periodic use of personal computer.MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONSHigh school diploma/GED or equivalent working
knowledge.Current BLS certification.An understanding of inventory
management tasks and the ability to work effectively with a
computer based inventory management system.Requires strong
communication (written and verbal) skills, time management, problem
solving ability, customer service and organizational
skills.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSPrevious experience working with
specialty instruments and equipment is strongly preferred.
Knowledge of patient related supplies, materials, and aseptic
techniques are preferred. Previous experience in an acute care
setting, preferably surgical services or specialty procedure
area.Additional related education and/or experience preferred.DATE
APPROVED 07/06/2014EEO
Statement:EEO/Female/Minority/Disability/VeteransOur organization
supports a drug-free work environment.Privacy Policy:Privacy
PolicyBanner Health Job ID #R4389479. Posted job title: specialty
or technicianAbout Banner HealthAbout Banner HealthBanner Health is
one of the largest, nonprofit health care systems in thecountry and
the leading nonprofit provider of hospital services in all
thecommunities we serve. Throughout our network of hospitals,
primary carehealth centers, research centers, labs, physician
practices and more, ourskilled and compassionate professionals use
the latest technology to makehealth care easier, so life can be
better. The many locations, careeropportunities, and benefits
offered at Banner Health help to make the Bannerjourney unique and
fulfilling for every employee.
Our MissionBanner's nonprofit mission statement serves as the
foundational language forour organization. "Making health care
easier, so life can be better." Thismission statement focuses
everyone in the organization on a singular purpose- excellent
patient care. In addition, our mission guides decision
making,defines organizational behavior, set the standards for our
day-to-day work,and drives performance.
Our DiversityAt Banner Health, we value and celebrate equity,
diversity and inclusion bypromoting and cultivating a culturally
rich workforce honored to serve, supportand provide services to our
diverse communities. We respect and value thevarious backgrounds
and differences among our team members that allowsthem to be who
they are. We believe leveraging these unique
perspectives,experiences and talents not only enhances our Banner
family, but supportsour effectiveness and success as an
organization. With a strong focus on ourtalent, culture and
community, we provide opportunities internally andexternally
through:
--- Programs focusing on our talent pipeline.
--- Team Member Resource Groups that offer team member
development,community outreach, and resources for well-being.
--- Diversity, equity and inclusion education available through
facilitator ledvirtual platforms.
--- Collaborating with community partners to bring accurate
healthinformation and resources to our underserved communities.
--- Focusing on health disparities and social determinants of
health.Benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Health Care FSA
- Discount program
- 401k retirement plan
- Health savings account
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