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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