Mobile Health Team Inc., a staffing agency has an opening for an OR/Surgical Technologist. We are looking for someone with a passion for people.

Location: Sitka, AK 99835

Assignment Start Date: 2/7/2025

13 weeks | Varied | 10-hour shift | 40 hours weekly guaranteed

ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Scrubs in on surgical procedures, under professional nurse supervision, for many different advanced and complex types of surgeries which includes: General & Rectal Surgery, Laparoscope and Open Cholecystectomies, appendectomies, hernias, thyroidectomy, Obstetric/Gynecology; cesarean sections, hysterectomies, therapeutic abortions, dilation & curettage, bilateral tubal ligations laparoscopies; Otolaryngology; tympanoplasty, tonsillectomy, rhinoplasty; Orthopedic; scopes, open reduction, internal fixation on ankles, femurs, tibia/fibula, insertion of rods, screws, plates, wires, total hip, total knee and total shoulder procedures; Endoscopic procedures; and other procedures as required. Clinical duties include the provision of patient care and support of individuals of all ages and their families. The incumbent shall perform duties as assigned and ensure quality patient care despite the situation encountered, be it routine or emergent.
• Utilizes the AORN Standards of Care in everyday practice. Supplies one or two surgeons with proper instruments, sutures, sponges, and equipment. Ascertains with professional nurse the accuracy of the sponges, needles, and instrument counts. Scrubs, gowns, and gloves for surgical procedures as well as to gown and glove the surgeons and their assistants. Corrects breaks in aseptic techniques by any person to provide optimum patient care. Anticipates the surgeon's preference for certain materials or instruments and can respond to these preferences in advance. Updates Nurse as necessary based on continuing assessment of equipment needs and physician preferences; demonstrates sound clinical judgment; adaptable to changing patient needs.
• Sets up sterile table with instruments, equipment, supplies, medications/solutions needed for surgical procedures. Check to see that the equipment is in good working order. Maintains the highest standards of sterile technique during procedures. Helps in draping the sterile field (back table, mayo stand, OR table, etc.). Correctly labels and processes all operative fluids. Assists in preparing the room for the next patient. Operates and monitors specialized OR equipment. Demonstrates use of autoclaves. Takes initiative in reporting equipment in need of repairs and low levels of supplies. Takes apart and reassembles any instrument or piece of equipment that needs cleaning and prepares instruments for sterilization. Monitors supplies and instruments to ensure sterility of materials used furthering Quality Assurance of patient care. Inventories monitor assigned services supplies and orders as needed.
• Staff teaching and development 1) Approaches teaching based on assessment of learner's needs and the principles of adult learning; 2) assists other staff in initiating a plan to meet identified learning needs, 3) develops/implements educational programs and learning aids for the area/department (i.e. in-service classes, special projects, learning aids, patient care standards); 4) utilizes opportunities for incidental teaching with staff members; 5) assists in the orientation of new staff and students by sharing knowledge, experiences and verbal encouragement; 6) guides others in choosing nursing intervention, developing skills and applying knowledge. Participates in planning and conducting continuing education.
• Managing care through others 1) Follows and directs others to follow Corporate, hospital, and departmental policies and procedures and patient care standards. Provides input regarding the need for change in policies, procedures, and patient care standards; 2) communicates with staff, patients, significant others, and other health team members in a way that is supportive, constructive, and positive; 3) gives feedback to other staff and health team members regarding behavior that does not support the achievement of patient, area or organizational objectives; 4) identifies and assists in altering unproductive group behavior based on principles of group dynamics. Maintains confidentiality regarding administrative and patient issues.
• Participates on hospital committees as assigned. Area, department, hospital contributions 1) Attends and participates in area staff meetings, submits agenda items to Nurse Manager and/or initiates discussion regarding the area or department issues; 2) applies information presented in staff meetings; 3)participates in area goal setting; 4) practices cost-effective use of staff and supplies and suggests alternatives for increasing cost-effectiveness; 5) documents participation in at least one of the following areas: a) area committees, b) nursing or hospital committees.

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/QUALIFICATION

Experience:

• Experience is preferred

Education:

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED

Licenses, Certifications, and/or Registration:

• Completion of a technologist training program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs, or any accrediting agency recognized by the United States Department of Education and Surgical Technologist Certification (CST) preferred; if not certified, certification must be obtained within six months of hire or in certain instances, "on the job training" specific experience greater than 5 years may substitute for certification.
• Current BLS certification is required

EMR System: Cerner knowledge/experience preferred

Shift: Tuesday - Friday 10 hours per day, Also requires on-call

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of Critical Care nursing care principles, practices, diagnosis, and processes (including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation) to provide professional nursing care to patients.
• Competency to recognize emergently ill patients and adverse signs and symptoms and to act promptly in emergencies.
• Knowledge of Critical Care and general pharmaceuticals, their desired effects, side effects, and complications in their use.
• Skills to apply scientific principles in operating and monitoring basic and specialized emergency room medical equipment (ex: defi8brillator, chest tube insertion and set up, gastric and thoracic suction, EKG machines, etc).
• Proficient in the use of critical response procedures (i.e. intubations, arterial line setup, arterial blood gas puncture, thoracentesis, lavage, etc.).
• Oral and written communication skills can enter and retrieve patient data accurately, and can verbally communicate findings with the healthcare team.
• Ability to provide guidance, and leadership and work cooperatively with others by establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships with patients, visitors, and other healthcare team members.
• Ability to implement appropriate nursing therapeutic interventions based on the knowledge of a wide variety of nursing diagnoses, evidenced-based practice, medical and psychosocial disorders, the normal courses of disease, and anticipated complications.
• Ability to recognize adverse signs and symptoms, which are not always apparent, and to react promptly in emergencies including the implementation of life-saving procedures.

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Mobile Health Team, Inc is a workforce solutions company. We match experienced healthcare professionals with temporary or permanent positions globally.

Our mission is clear, to bridge the staffing gap in the healthcare industry by creating and maintaining long-term working relationships with clients and healthcare professionals. We specialize in temporary and permanent placements in order to meet our client's needs.