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Surgical Tech - Main OR, PT Nights

Piedmont Athens Regional Hospital

Athens, GA
3 days ago

Job Description

Join our dedicated team as a Surgical Technologist in the Main OR during part-time night shifts. You'll play a crucial role in supporting surgical procedures by ensuring the availability of instruments and maintaining a sterile environment, while also caring for patients of various age groups.

Key Responsibilities

  • Function as a member of the surgical team in the role of scrub person
  • Check supplies and equipment for surgical procedures
  • Assist with room set-up and maintain sterile technique
  • Participate in surgical counts and time-outs
  • Observe patient conditions and communicate changes to the physician and Registered Nurse
  • Perform patient care duties under the direction of a registered nurse
  • Prepare instruments for terminal sterilization
  • Serve as a preceptor for peers and new employees

Required Qualifications

  • High School graduate or GED
  • Graduate of Surgical Technology program or prior experience as a Surgical Technologist
  • BLS Certification Required

Preferred Qualifications

  • Graduate of a Surgical Technology program preferred