Surgical Tech

Surgical Tech 3.5 3.5 out of 5 stars Warren, MI Full-time DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital 2,380 reviews Full-time

• $13,500 Sign on Bonus, with required relevant experience
• DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment.

As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients. Benefits Statement At Tenet Healthcare, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That's why we offer more than a job - we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match Generous paid time off (PTO) Career development and continuing education opportunities Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance.

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Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status Summary Description Under direct supervision, and according to established policies and procedures, performs a variety of duties in the OR and related areas to assist the surgical team.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1.

Scrubs on all types of operating procedures; handles surgical instruments, sutures & sponges; anticipates the needs of the surgeon, assisting as necessary. Maintains strict aseptic technique, assumes joint responsibility with the circulating nurse for ensuring that all are accounted for during and after the operation. Observes patient's condition while in the OR; reports any changes to the staff nurse and/or anesthesia.

• 2. Prepares for scheduled operative procedures, ensuring that necessary equipment, instruments and supplies are available and ready for use.
• 3. Maintains a clean and safe OR environment; cleans rooms and sterilizes equipment. Restocks OR with standard supplies and assists in updating surgical instrument sets. Maintains power equipment and specialty instrumentation within assigned specialty areas.
• 4. Assists in the transportation of patients to and from the OR; verifies patient identity; assists with lifting and positioning of patient for surgical procedures.
• 5. May assist as second circulator under the direction of a registered nurse. Prepares materials to be presented in dept in-service education programs as assigned. Assists in the trial and evaluation of new surgical products. Provides input to managers in developing new policies and procedures for the department. Participates on committees as assigned.
• 6. Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Minimum Qualifications 1.

High school diploma or equivalent and ... Equivalent DMC surgical technician training program or ... Equivalent combination of training and/or experience or ... Successful completion of an accredited surgical technician program. 2. Certification by the Association of Surgical Technologists highly desirable. 3. One to two years experience as a surgical technician preferred. Skills Required 1. Interpersonal skills necessary to work effectively and efficiently with nursing and medical staff in stressful and emergency situations. 2. Physical stamina for prolonged standing, walking, and lifting. 3. Manual dexterity and visual acuity including ability to see fine discriminate detail, to pass instruments, cut sutures, hold retractors, etc. 4. Knowledge of medical terminology and anatomy required. Facility Description DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital is DMC's largest hospital, offering a comprehensive heart center, cancer care, gerontology, emergency medicine, obstetrics/gynecology and cosmetic services. Sinai-Grace's joint replacement program features a revolutionary minimally invasive knee and hip replacement surgery that attracts patients from all over the country. Sinai-Grace operates more than 21 outpatient care sites and ambulatory surgery centers throughout Wayne and Oakland Counties and is one of 10 hospitals in the nation to be awarded a Robert Wood Johnson Foundation grant to help set the standards of cardiac care for hospitals and physicians throughout the nation. EEO Statement Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other 13 legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information.

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Surgical Services Primary Location:

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