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Surgical Technologist - Main OR (Wage)
University of Virginia • Charlottesville, VA 22905 • Posted 30+ days ago
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In-person • Full-time • $23.76-$38.02/hr • Entry Level
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The Certified Surgical Technologist at the University of Virginia's Main OR is responsible for maintaining the sterile field, anticipating the needs of the surgical team, and ensuring adherence to aseptic technique under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. This role involves organizing patient care preparation, differentiating between sterile and unsterile items, demonstrating aseptic technique, and supporting operating room procedures. The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, graduation from an accredited Surgical Technologist Training Program, and certification by NBSTSA or NCCT. American Heart Association Health Care Provider BLS certification and current registration with the Virginia Board of Medicine are also required.
Responsibilities
- Maintain the sterile field anticipating the needs of the surgical team.
- Ensure adherence to aseptic technique by all team members.
- Organize and prioritize patient care preparation in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team under the direction of the circulating nurse.
- Differentiate between sterile and unsterile items processed by various sterilization methods.
- Demonstrate principles of aseptic technique and sterile conscience.
- Demonstrate working knowledge of surgical procedures.
- Demonstrate awareness of environmental safety practices for patient self and team at all times.
- Support operating room procedures.
- Interface effectively with peers and customers and assume responsibility for professional development of self and others per departmental policy.
- Demonstrate leadership in the delivery of technical patient care.
Qualifications
Required
- High School Graduate or Equivalent.
- Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist Training Program.
- Certified to practice as a Surgical Technologist by NBSTSA or NCCT.
- American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification.
- Current registration with the Virginia Board of Medicine required at time of hire.
Preferred
- Relevant experience.
About University of Virginia
UVA Parking & Transportation is a parking and transportation service organization at the University of Virginia. They offer parking permits, manage parking facilities, provide transportation alternatives like shuttles and buses, and focus on sustainable transportation initiatives to serve the university community.
Full Job Description
Starting pay - $26.40/hour*+ depending on years of experience
*must meet minimum requirements
Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to maintaining the sterile field anticipating the needs of the surgical team and being constantly vigilant to adherence of aseptic technique by all team members under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
+ Demonstrates basic surgical case preparation by organizing and prioritizing patient care preparation in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team under the direction of the circulating nurse.
+ Differentiates between sterile and unsterile items processed by various sterilization methods.
+ Demonstrates principles of aseptic technique and sterile conscience.
+ Demonstrates working knowledge of surgical procedures.
+ Demonstrates awareness of environmental safety practices for patient self and team at all times.
+ Supports operating room procedures.
+ Interfaces effectively with peers and customers and assumes responsibility for professional development of self and others per departmental policy.
+ Demonstrates leadership in the delivery of technical patient care.
+ In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.
Position Compensation Range: $23.76 - $38.02 Hourly
**MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS**
Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent required. Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist Training Program required.
Experience: No experience required. Relevant experience preferred.
Licensure: Certified to practice as a Surgical Technologist by NBSTSA (The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting) or NCCT (The National Center for Competency Testing) required. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required. Current registration with the Virginia Board of Medicine required at time of hire. Proof of registration will be required as part of the onboarding process; registration must remain active throughout duration of employment.
**PHYSICAL DEMANDS**
Job requires standing for prolonged periods; Repetitive motion: passing instruments, lifting heavy instrument sets. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull > 100lbs. May be exposed to cold, radiation, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.
_The University of Virginia, i_ _ncluding the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician's Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library,_ _are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information._
*must meet minimum requirements
Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to maintaining the sterile field anticipating the needs of the surgical team and being constantly vigilant to adherence of aseptic technique by all team members under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
+ Demonstrates basic surgical case preparation by organizing and prioritizing patient care preparation in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team under the direction of the circulating nurse.
+ Differentiates between sterile and unsterile items processed by various sterilization methods.
+ Demonstrates principles of aseptic technique and sterile conscience.
+ Demonstrates working knowledge of surgical procedures.
+ Demonstrates awareness of environmental safety practices for patient self and team at all times.
+ Supports operating room procedures.
+ Interfaces effectively with peers and customers and assumes responsibility for professional development of self and others per departmental policy.
+ Demonstrates leadership in the delivery of technical patient care.
+ In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.
Position Compensation Range: $23.76 - $38.02 Hourly
**MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS**
Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent required. Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist Training Program required.
Experience: No experience required. Relevant experience preferred.
Licensure: Certified to practice as a Surgical Technologist by NBSTSA (The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting) or NCCT (The National Center for Competency Testing) required. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required. Current registration with the Virginia Board of Medicine required at time of hire. Proof of registration will be required as part of the onboarding process; registration must remain active throughout duration of employment.
**PHYSICAL DEMANDS**
Job requires standing for prolonged periods; Repetitive motion: passing instruments, lifting heavy instrument sets. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull > 100lbs. May be exposed to cold, radiation, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.
_The University of Virginia, i_ _ncluding the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician's Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library,_ _are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information._
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