We are looking for passionate and caring Surgical Tech to provide support for surgical procedures ranging from routine orthopedic to complicated/trauma cases. You will join our team of skilled professionals and provide health care services to our veterans and their families at the US Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Great opportunity to be credentialed with a federal healthcare organization!
WORK SCHEDULE:
Full-time, may be required to work additional hours as needed to complete assignment or project. Travel between different orthopedic locations if needed: Peterson AFB, the 10th Medical Group Cadet Sports Medicine Clinic, Evans Army Community Hospital, Penrose or Memorial Hospitals, and Podiatry and Orthopedics at the 10th Medical Group main facility.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Record designated data on patient log and document appropriate information on intra-operative nursing notes.
- Be responsible for aseptic technique maintenance during the process of preparing for and assisting in the surgical procedure.
- Clean operating room before, during and after surgery; remove and dispose of soiled and/or contaminated materials in accordance with 10th Medical Group policy; change linen.
- Replenish sterile packs and general supplies and restock shelves at the end of the schedule surgery day, from MTF Medical Logistics Office.
- Set up instruments, supplies, and equipment for specialized procedures. Assist provider during surgical and diagnostic procedures. Assemble, operate, and maintain diagnostic and therapeutic equipment. Order diagnostic, laboratory and radiographic procedures as directed. Accomplish cleaning and decontamination procedures (patient/exam rooms and instruments/equipment).
- Transport patients to the Operating Room (OR) assuring safe transportation of the patient. Screen patients prior to transport for drug allergies and sensitivities. Ensure preoperative medication has been given, and that jewelry, dentures and any prosthetic devices have been removed. Check patient chart and identification band for completeness and comfort patients fearing surgery.
- Position or assist in positioning patients and draping the patients for the specific procedures.
- Follow preoperative nursing care plan in preparing patients in the OR, required to shave/prep operative sites/areas.
- Select, assemble and organize required supplies, equipment and instruments for specific surgical procedures in accordance with operative work sheets, physician preference cards and/or conferring with physician or nurse in charge of surgical procedure(s).
- Maintain alertness for complications developing during surgery such as hemorrhage, shock and cardiac arrest and immediately supply instruments, drugs and supplies to correct the conditions.
- Perform sponge, instrument and sharp counts, and notify physician of any discrepancies; measure blood and fluid loss.
- Assist with application of dressing.
- Obtain sterile supplies, suture materials, instruments, equipment, linens, etc., from MTF Medical Logistics Office, for the surgical procedures in accordance with and reference to the work sheets and physician preference cards and/or conferring with physician or nurse in charge of surgical procedure (s), open instruments sets. Pour solutions using aseptic technique. Set up and adjust equipment such as electric coagulator, electric bone saw and drill. Operate microscopes, air power drills, defibrillators and resuscitators. Make suction connections and adjust operating lights.
- Assist anesthetist during induction and throughout surgical procedures.
- Obtain supplies needed during surgery such as blood, drugs (under registered nurse supervision), solutions, instruments and additional sterile supplies.
- Prepare specimens for laboratory; properly label specimens, record information in specimen book and take specimens to the laboratory.
- Set up and perform safety checks to ensure all equipment is properly functioning before any surgical procedure (s).
- Provide chaperone service, patient and chart screening (checking patient vital signs – blood pressure, pulse, and temperatures), ensure appropriate forms are filled out, signed and completed, escort patients to appropriate clinical/testing areas within the MTF.
- Check patients in for appointments, review medical records, and order radiological and laboratory tests as requested by physician.
- Apply casts and splints and remove sutures and/or staples per provider’s orders.
- Instruct patients/guardian on appropriate cast/splint/wound care.
- Exercise the universal precautions set forth by the Centers for Disease Control when providing direct patient care and/or indirect patient care involving possible exposure to contaminated items at the 10 MDG.
- Schedule patients for follow up, pre-operative, post-operative appointments as requested by provider.
- Answer and screen telephone calls using proper etiquette and ensure confidentiality and privacy.
- Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
- Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must have a high school degree or GED equivalent.
- Must have graduated from an approved Surgical Technology accredited program approved by a national recognized accreditation program. Each profile packet shall include the name of the program, a description/copy of diploma or certificate and date of graduation.
- Certification from the Liaison Council on Certification for the Surgical Technologist (LCC-ST) as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) and/or The National Board of Certification of Orthopedic Technologists (OTC) is preferred.
- Must have and maintain current certification in basic life support (BLS) from the American Red Cross. This certificate must be current at all times.
- At least one year of experience, in the last 2 years, working as an Orthopedic Surgical Technician.
- Must obtain and maintain the site's required health screening and immunization requirements.
- Must obtain and maintain any necessary security access and/or background checks.
- Must obtain and maintain all required documents, certifications, licenses, etc. listed on the credentialing checklist, sent by Katmai’s Credentialing Specialist, for this position for initial hire.
SPECIAL SKILLS:
- Select, assemble and organize required supplies, equipment and instruments for specific surgical procedures in accordance with operative work sheets, physician preference cards and/or conferring with physician or nurse in charge of surgical procedure(s).
- Hand instruments correctly in the position of use to the surgeon during the procedure, anticipating the surgeon’s needs.
- Must be able to read, understand, speak, and write English well enough to effectively communicate with all patients and other health care providers.
COMPLIANCE:
To be considered for this position, all applicants must apply on the company website, https://katmaicorp.com/life-at-katmai/
We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. https://katmaicorp.com/life-at-katmai/#equal_opportunity
Preference will be given to Ouzinkie Shareholders, Spouses of Shareholders, and Descendants of Shareholders in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g) and Title 42 U.S. Code 2000e - 2(i).
Executive Order 11246, as amended, protects applicants and employees from discrimination based on inquiring about, disclosing, or discussing their compensation or the compensation of other applicants or employees.We are looking for passionate and caring Surgical Tech to provide support for surgical procedures ranging from routine orthopedic to complicated/trauma cases. You will join our team of skilled professionals and provide health care services to our veterans and their families at the US Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Great opportunity to be credentialed with a federal healthcare organization!
WORK SCHEDULE:
Full-time, may be required to work additional hours as needed to complete assignment or project. Must have the flexibility to work at different orthopedic locations if needed: Peterson AFB, the 10th Medical Group Cadet Sports Medicine Clinic, Evans Army Community Hospital, Penrose or Memorial Hospitals, and Podiatry and Orthopedics at the 10th Medical Group main facility.
- Monday – Friday: 7:30 – 4:30PM
- May require nights or weekends
- Overtime; not to exceed 50 hours per year
BENEFITS:
- 2 weeks of vacation, 7 days of sick leave, 11 government holidays
- Health and wellness, dental, and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Long and short-term disability
- 401K 2% matching
- Excellent work/life balance
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Provide support for surgical procedures ranging from routine orthopedic to complicated/trauma cases. Exercise the universal precautions set forth by the Centers for Disease Control when providing direct patient care and/or indirect patient care involving possible exposure to contaminated items.
· Transport patients to the Operating Room (OR) assuring safe transportation of the patient.
· Screen patients prior to transport for drug allergies and sensitivities. Ensure preoperative medication has been given, and that jewelry, dentures and any prosthetic devices have been removed. Check patient chart and identification band for completeness and comfort patients fearing surgery.
· Positions or assist in positioning patients and draping the patients for the specific procedures
· Follow preoperative nursing care plan in preparing patients in the OR, required to shave/prep operative sites/areas.
· Select, assemble and organize required supplies, equipment and instruments for specific surgical procedures in accordance with operative work sheets, physician preference cards and/or conferring with physician or nurse in charge of surgical procedure(s).
· Hand instruments correctly in the position of use to the surgeon during the procedure, anticipating the surgeon’s needs.
· Maintain alertness for complications developing during surgery such as hemorrhage, shock and cardiac arrest and immediately supply instruments, drugs and supplies to correct the conditions.
· Perform sponge, instrument and sharp counts, and notify physician of any discrepancies; measure blood and fluid loss.
· Assist with application of dressing.
· Obtain sterile supplies, suture materials, instruments, equipment, linens, etc., from MTF Medical Logistics Office, for the surgical procedures in accordance with and reference to the work sheets and physician preference cards and/or conferring with physician or nurse in charge of surgical procedure (s), open instruments sets with no deal in patient care. Pour solutions using aseptic technique. Set up and adjust equipment such as electric coagulator, electric bone saw and drill. Operate microscopes, air power drills, defibrillators and resuscitators. Make suction connections and adjust operating lights.
· Assist anesthetist during induction and throughout surgical procedures.
· Obtain supplies needed during surgery such as blood, drugs (under registered nurse supervision), solutions, instruments and additional sterile supplies.
· Prepare specimens for laboratory; properly label specimens, record information in specimen book and take specimens to the laboratory.
· Record designated data on patient log and document appropriate information on intraoperative nursing notes.
· Be responsible for aseptic technique maintenance during the process of preparing for and assisting in the surgical procedure.
· Clean operating room before, during and after surgery; remove and dispose of soiled and/or contaminated materials in accordance with 10th Medical Group policy; change linen.
· Replenish sterile packs and general supplies and restock shelves at the end of the schedule surgery day, from MTF Medical Logistics Office.
· Set up and perform safety checks to ensure all equipment is properly functioning before any surgical procedure (s).
· Set up instruments, supplies, and equipment for specialized procedures. Assist provider during surgical and diagnostic procedures. Assemble, operate, and maintain diagnostic and therapeutic equipment. Order diagnostic, laboratory and radiographic procedures as directed. Accomplish cleaning and decontamination procedures (patient/exam rooms and instruments/equipment).
· Check patients in for appointments, review medical records, and order radiological and laboratory tests as requested by physician.
· Apply casts and splints and remove sutures and/or staples per provider’s orders.
· Instruct patients/guardian on appropriate cast/splint/wound care.
· Schedule patients for follow up, pre-operative, post-operative appointments as requested by provider.
· Answer and screen telephone calls using proper etiquette and ensure confidentiality and privacy.
· Check restock/order supplies and linens (maintain adequate levels), as needed in the exam rooms. Accomplish housekeeping duties, as required. Provide chaperone service, patient and chart screening (checking patient vital signs – blood pressure, pulse, and temperatures), ensure appropriate forms are filled out, signed and completed, escort patients to appropriate clinical/testing areas within the MTF.
· Ensure all equipment is properly cleaned and stored at the end of each work shift. Ensure preventive maintenance and routine cleaning are performed as directed.
· Ensure a safe work environment and employee safe work habits.
· Maintain a professional manner and display a positive cooperative attitude towards patients and staff.
· Orthopedic Surgical Technicians shall be required to learn MHS GENESIS in order to schedule patients for follow up, pre-operative, post-operative appointments as requested by the provider.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must have a high school degree or GED equivalent.
· Orthopedic Surgical Technicians must have graduated from an approved Surgical Technology accredited program approved by a national recognized accreditation program.
· Certification from the Liaison Council on Certification for the Surgical Technologist (LCC-ST) as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) and/or The National Board of Certification of Orthopedic Technologists (OTC) is preferred.
· Orthopedic Surgical Technician must have and maintain current certification in basic life support (BLS). This certificate must be current at all times. Certification is at no expense to the government.
· Orthopedic Surgical Technicians must have a least one year of experience, in the last 2 years, working as an Orthopedic Surgical Technician.
SPECIAL SKILLS:
- Select, assemble and organize required supplies, equipment and instruments for specific surgical procedures in accordance with operative work sheets, physician preference cards and/or conferring with physician or nurse in charge of surgical procedure(s).
- Hand instruments correctly in the position of use to the surgeon during the procedure, anticipating the surgeon’s needs.
- Must be able to read, understand, speak, and write English well enough to effectively communicate with all patients and other health care providers.
COMPLIANCE:
To be considered for this position, all applicants must apply on the company website, https://katmaicorp.com/life-at-katmai/
We are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. https://katmaicorp.com/life-at-katmai/#equal_opportunity
Preference will be given to Ouzinkie Shareholders, Spouses of Shareholders, and Descendants of Shareholders in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g) and Title 42 U.S. Code 2000e - 2(i).
Executive Order 11246, as amended, protects applicants and employees from discrimination based on inquiring about, disclosing, or discussing their compensation or the compensation of other applicants or employees.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $30.00 - $37.09 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
Ability to Relocate:
- Colorado Springs, CO 80919: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
