Job Summary
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Surgical Technologist to join our dynamic surgical team. In this vital role, you will assist surgeons and healthcare professionals during a variety of surgical procedures, ensuring a sterile environment and the proper handling of surgical instruments and equipment. Your expertise will contribute to delivering exceptional patient care in a fast-paced, high-stakes setting. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in diverse surgical specialties, including trauma, cardiovascular, neurosurgery, orthopedics, pediatrics, and endoscopy, within a hospital or ambulatory surgery center environment. Your dedication to precision and patient safety will help facilitate successful surgical outcomes and uphold our commitment to healthcare excellence.
Duties
- Prepare operating rooms by sterilizing and arranging surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment according to aseptic techniques.
- Assist surgeons by passing instruments, sutures, and other sterile supplies during procedures while maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols.
- Monitor patient vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse, respiration rate, and oxygen saturation throughout surgeries to ensure stability.
- Maintain accurate medical records and document surgical procedures using electronic health record (EHR) systems like Epic or other EMR platforms.
- Support the sterilization of medical equipment and surgical instruments following hospital infection prevention standards.
- Assist with the treatment of fractures, trauma care procedures, and specialized surgeries such as cardiovascular or neurosurgery when needed.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in emergency medicine, critical care units (ICU), pediatric units, and other hospital departments to provide seamless patient care.
- Ensure compliance with healthcare infection prevention policies and aseptic techniques throughout all phases of surgery.
- Handle medical equipment operation with proficiency, including endoscopy tools and other specialized devices used in various surgical procedures.
- Participate in data collection related to surgical procedures for quality improvement initiatives and compliance audits.
Skills
- Extensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology relevant to surgical practice.
- Proven experience assisting in Level I Trauma Centers or Level II Trauma Centers with acute trauma care responsibilities.
- Strong background in hospital medicine, emergency medicine, critical care environments, and orthopedic surgery assistance.
- Skilled in suturing techniques and treatment of fractures with attention to detail for optimal patient outcomes.
- Familiarity with medical equipment sterilization processes and infection control practices essential for maintaining a sterile environment.
- Ability to operate complex medical equipment safely and efficiently during surgeries across various specialties including cardiovascular surgery assistance and neurosurgery support.
- Experience working with EMR/EHR systems such as Epic or similar platforms for accurate documentation of patient records.
- Excellent analysis skills combined with the ability to respond swiftly in high-pressure situations like trauma or emergency interventions.
- Strong understanding of healthcare infection prevention protocols and aseptic techniques necessary for all operative procedures.
- Knowledge of pediatric considerations in surgery settings along with ambulatory surgery center operations for outpatient procedures.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams providing patient-centered care across diverse clinical environments.
Join our team as a Surgical Technologist if you are passionate about supporting life-saving surgeries through meticulous preparation, technical expertise, and compassionate patient care! This role is essential in delivering safe surgeries that make a difference every day—empowering you to grow professionally while contributing meaningfully to our patients’ health journeys.
Pay: $2,650.00 - $2,720.00 per week
Benefits:
Experience:
- Surgical Tech: 2 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Required)
- Certified Surgical Assistant (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Cody, WY 82414 (Required)
Work Location: In person
