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Baptist Memorial Health Care
Surgical Technologist II
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What they do
A Surgical Technician or Technologist assists with surgical operations. Prepares the operating room and equipment before a procedure, and helps surgeons and nurses during the procedure. Works in hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
$40,430 / year median in Mississippi
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Surgical Technologist II Baptist Memorial Health Care - 3.5 Brandon, MS Job Details Part-time 6 hours ago Qualifications Record keeping Computer operation Computer literacy English Computer skills Full Job Description Overview 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. 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 #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 Minimum Required Skill in communicating 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 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 Minimum Required Computer literacy. Be a member of a professional organization. Preferred/Desired Licensure Minimum Required Hold current national certification through appropriate/approved accreditation body as required by state where services are rendered.