W/Alt Surg Tech (0), Maternity Services, full-time nights in Elkhart, Indiana at Beacon Health System

• Uses highest standard of sterile technique in all aspects of surgical care.
• Corrects non-aseptic conditions as they occur.
• Performs appropriate counts with circulator as directed by hospital policy.
• Anticipates the needs of the surgeon in order to expedite surgical procedure.
• Acts as assistant to the surgeon during the operation when needed, under the direct supervision of that surgeon.

• Assists with clean up at the end of a case and prepares room for next patient with supplies and equipment needed and assures that all trash and dirty instruments are removed and that floors and furniture are free of blood and debris.
• Stocks room as appropriate.
• Appropriately cares for instruments in preparation for sterilization.
• Sets up with supplies and equipment per physician's preference card.
• Stocks linens.

• Cleans storage rooms, refrigerator, IV pumps, various rooms within the department, etc.
• Maintains clean patient environment, prepares rooms for new patients, picks up dirty food trays, empties dirty linen, maintains general patient room and cleans bathroom, etc.
• Maintains unit: changes needle and glove boxes, etc.
• Distributes supplies throughout the department, including LDRP's, Triage, Surgery Suites, Recovery, Well-baby Nursery, NICU etc., as needed: equipment to rooms, rooms set-up for new patients, distribute linen to rooms, etc.
• Picks up/return supplies and equipment from CPD and Pharmacy.
• Moves equipment in and out of rooms as needed.
• Assists RN with clean up of LDR after delivery; remove equipment, instrument table and places in proper location for CPD pickup.
• Orders replacement supplies as needed.

• Assembles charts as needed for patients.
• Answers phones/call lights as needed and then appropriately/clearly communicates to charge nurse/staff.
• Assembles chart packs, replenishes chart forms in file cabinets/cabinets on pods.
• Keeps storage, unit hallways, and treatment areas orderly.
• Places lab work and other chart documents into patient chart.
• Reports damaged equipment to Unit.

• Completes other job-related duties and projects assigned.

What You Bring

As a Surgical Technologist, you'll bring a strong understanding of surgical procedures, sterile techniques, and the instruments and equipment used in the operating room. You have knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology, along with the ability to prepare, maintain, and sterilize surgical supplies and equipment to support safe and effective patient care. Your expertise enables you to anticipate the needs of the surgical team and contribute to efficient workflows during both routine and emergency procedures.

You thrive in a fast-paced environment and can effectively manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail. You demonstrate strong communication and interpersonal skills, interacting professionally and compassionately with patients, physicians, and fellow team members. You are a collaborative team player who is self-motivated, dependable, and committed to completing assigned responsibilities while supporting a positive and patient-centered care environment.

Required Qualifications

• Successful completion of a recognized school of surgical technology (based on State regulations effective July 1, 2009). Preference will be given to graduates.
• Must maintain 15 hours of continuing education annually.
• Must obtain Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS/CPR) within 3 months of hire.
• If training occurred as on the job training, minimum 2 years, preferably 5 years, experience working as a surgical technologist required.
• Preferred membership in professional association.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS/CPR) within 3 months of hire.

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