Surgical Tech-Operating Room
Company: Parkland
Location: Dallas
Posted on: January 26, 2023
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Job Description:
Interested in a career with both meaning and growth? Whether
your abilities are in direct patient care or one of the many other
areas of healthcare administration and support, everyone at
Parkland works together to fulfill our mission: the health and
well-being of individuals and communities entrusted to our care. By
joining Parkland, you become part of a diverse healthcare legacy
that's served our community for more than 125 years. Put your
skills to work with us, seek opportunities to learn and join a
talented team where patient care is more than a job. It's our
passion.Primary Purpose:Serves as a lead in preparing operating
rooms for surgery, providing technical services, assisting during
complex surgeries, and maintaining documentation to ensure
activities meet operating room, and Parkland
requirements.--Shift:--There is no exact specific shift. --We hire
for rotating shifts, 40 hour work week. --We staff 24/7, no call.
This can be a combination of several shifts: --4 10's, 5 8's, 2
12's and 2 8's. Self Scheduling.--Education:------------
-Requirements for Practicing Surgical Technology in the State of
Texas (per Texas H.B. 643-Chapter 259):
Education/Certification:-------- -Has successfully completed an
accredited educational program for Surgical Technologist and holds
and maintains certification as a surgical technologist by:-the
National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting or its
successor;-the National Center for Competency Testing or its
successor;-another surgical technologist certification program
approved by the department; OR -Has completed an appropriate
training program for surgical technology in the Army, Navy, Air
Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard of the United States or in the
United States Public Health
Service.--Experience:None--Certification/Registration/Licensure:----------------------
-In addition to State of Texas requirements (above)-Must have
current healthcare provider CPR course completion card from one of
the following:-American Heart Association-American Red Cross
Rescuer-Military Training Network.--Skills or Special
Abilities:-Must be able to demonstrate a basic working knowledge of
surgical equipment, instruments and procedures. -Must be able to
set priorities and perform under stressful situations.-Must be able
to demonstrate knowledge in use of aseptic techniques.--------
-Must be able to recognize and correct immediately any breaks in
aseptic technique.---------------- -Must be able to communicate
effectively, both orally and in writing.---------------- -Must be
able to work a change in shift, or flexible hours when the work
requires such changes.-- -Must be able to communicate effectively
with hospital staff.-------------- -Must be able to demonstrate
patient-centered/patient-valued
behaviors.--Responsibilities:1.Assists the surgical team during
routine and complex operative procedures by functioning in a scrub
role, ensuring that the activities meet the needs of the
team.2.Sets up and prepares rooms with appropriate instruments,
sutures, supplies and equipment and cleans rooms or equipment as
necessary to ensure the rooms are set up to meet the needs of the
surgical procedures. Utilizes advanced knowledge of sterile and
surgical techniques by practicing aseptic technique.3.Serves as a
resource in the area of clinical expertise to Surgical Technologist
I's & II's in order to answer any questions and assist with complex
situations.4.Communicate patient data in an accurate, objective
manner to co-workers and management, in order to ensure safe
patient care.5.Participates in multidisciplinary planning care by
discussing specific cases with other team members. Assists
Specialty Nurse Coordinator with service specific needs.6.Maintains
a positive working relationship with patient's, medical and
administrative hospital staff, visiting physicians, visitors,
interns and students to ensure personal comfort and safety of
patients, and that operating room activities meet the needs of
users.7.Identifies ways to improve work processes and improve
customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations to supervisor,
implements and monitors results as appropriate in support of the
overall goals of the department and Parkland.8.Provides training
and orientation to new employees and students as
required.9.Demonstrates (via surgical practice) knowledge of
applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws, and guidelines that
impact the Operating Room area. Develops effective internal
controls that promote adherence to applicable state/federal laws,
and the program requirements of accreditation agencies and federal,
state, and private health plans. Seeks advice and guidance as
necessary to ensure proper understanding.10.Stays abreast of the
latest developments, advancements, and trends in the field of
Surgical Technology by attending in-service training,
seminars/workshops, reading professional journals and maintaining
certification. Integrates knowledge gained into current work
practices.--Job Accountabilities:-Identifies ways to improve work
processes and improve customer satisfaction. Makes recommendations
to supervisor, implements, and monitors results as appropriate in
support of the overall goals of the department and Parkland.-Stays
abreast of the latest developments, advancements, and trends in the
field by attending seminars/workshops, reading professional
journals, actively participating in professional organizations,
and/or maintaining certification or licensure. Integrates knowledge
gained into current work practices.-Maintains knowledge of
applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws and guidelines that
impact the area. Develops effective internal controls designed to
promote adherence with applicable laws, accreditation agency
requirements, and federal, state, and private health plans. Seeks
advice and guidance as needed to ensure proper
understanding.------Parkland Health and Hospital System prohibits
discrimination based on age (40 or over), race, color, religion,
sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity,
gender expression, genetic information, disability, national
origin, marital status, political belief, or veteran status.
Keywords: Parkland, Dallas , Surgical Tech-Operating Room, Healthcare , Dallas, Texas
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