Surgical Technologist II Position Available In Shelby, Tennessee

Surgical Technologist II

Job ID:

31554

Job Category:

Clinical Technician/Technologist

Work Type:

PRN

Work Schedule:

Rotating

Department:

BMG Metro Memphis

Facility:

BMG Clinics

Location:

Memphis, TN
Overview

Technologist-Surgical II Job Code:

20499
FLSA Status

Job Family:

NURSING

Job Description Title:

Technologist-Surgical II
Job Summary
Functions under the Association of Surgical Technologists (AST) guidelines for performance. Handles instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure. Assists surgical team during operation/procedure by arranging, inventorying and maintaining sterile set up for operation, and passes items as needed. Assists in preparation of surgical suite, moving patients, and in cleaning. Provides aid in exposure, homeostasis, and other technical functions that will help the surgeon carry out safe operation with optimal results for the patient within AST standards. Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Responsibilities
Assists in performance of procedures for the surgical patient in a manner consistent with established policies and procedures.
Assists in providing intraoperative care.
Provides and utilizes equipment and supplies based on patient needs in a safely and adequate manner.
Performs activities that demonstrate technical accountability.
Participates in ongoing educational activities.
Completes assigned goals.
Specifications
Experience

Description:

#N/A

Minimum Required:

Three (3) years of Surgical Technologist experience in an operating room or Certification through an approved accreditation body as required by the state in which services are rendered.
Preferred/Desired
Education

Description Minimum Required:

Skill inmunicating clearly and effectively using standard English in written, oral and verbal format to achieve high productivity and efficiency. Skill to write legibly and record information accurately as necessary to perform job duties. Preferred/Desired
Training

Description Minimum Required:

20 Hours of continuing education annually as required to maintain certification based on state laws

Preferred/Desired:

20 Hours of continuing education annually as required to maintain certification based on state laws
Special Skills

Description Minimum Required:

Computer literacy. Be a member of a professionalanization.

Preferred/Desired:

Licensure

Description Minimum Required:

Hold current national certification through appropriate/approved accreditation body as required by state w services are rendered.

BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE

Preferred/Desired
ing Relationships
Does this position formally supervise employees? If set to YES, then this position has the authority (delegated) to hire, terminate, discipline, promote or effectively rmend such to manager.
ing

Relationships:

No
Work Environment
Functional Demands
Label Short Description Full Description
Sedentary Very light energy level Lift 10lbs. box overhead. Lift and carry 15lbs. Push/pull 20lbs. cart
Light Moderate energy level Lift and carry 25-35lbs. Push/pull 50-100lbs. (ie. empty bed, stretcher)
Medium High energy level Lift and carry 40-50lbs. Push/pull +

• 150-200lbs.

(Patient on bed, stretcher) Lateral transfer 150-200lbs. (ie. Patient)
Heavy Very high energy level Lift over 50lbs. Carry 80lbs. a distance of 30 feet. Push/pull > 200lbs. (ie. Patient on bed, stretcher). Lateral transfer or max assist sit to stand transfer.

Functional Demands Rating:

Light
Activity Level Throughout Workday
Physical Activity Requirements

• Sitting:

  Occasional
  Physical Activity Requirements

• Standing:

  Continuous
  Physical Activity Requirements

• Walking:

  Frequent
  Physical Activity Requirements

• Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders): Occasional
  Physical Activity Requirements
• Carry objects: Frequent
  Physical Activity Requirements

• Push/Pull:

  Frequent
  Physical Activity Requirements

• Twisting:

  Frequent
  Physical Activity Requirements

• Bending:

  Frequent
  Physical Activity Requirements

• Reaching Forward:

  Continuous
  Physical Activity Requirements

• Reaching Overhead:

  Frequent
  Physical Activity Requirements

• Squat/Kneel/Crawl:

  Occasional
  Physical Activity Requirements

• Wrist position deviation: Frequent
  Physical Activity Requirements
• Pinching/fine motor activities: Frequent
  Physical Activity Requirements
• Keyboard use/repetitive motion: Occasional
  Physical Activity Requirements
• Taste or smell: Frequent
  Physical Activity Requirements
• Talk or hear: Continuous
  Sensory Requirements

Color Discrimination:

Yes

Near Vision:

Accurate Far Vision:

Accurate Depth Perception:

Accurate Hearing:

Accurate
Environmental Requirements

• Blood-Borne Pathogens:

  Anticipated
  Environmental Requirements

• Chemical:

  Anticipated
  Environmental Requirements

• Airborne Communicable Diseases:

  Anticipated
  Environmental Requirements

• Extreme Temperatures:

  Not Anticipated
  Environmental Requirements

• Radiation:

  Anticipated
  Environmental Requirements

• Uneven Surfaces or Elevations:

  Not Anticipated
  Environmental Requirements

• Extreme Noise Levels:

  Not Anticipated
  Environmental Requirements

• Dust/Particular Matter:

  Anticipated
  Environmental Requirements

• Other