Position Title:Surgical Technologist II
Location: Roanoke, Virginia
Position Type: Full time
Req ID: R146544

Description: Employment Status:Full timeShift:Variable Hours (United States of America)Facility:1906 Belleview Ave SE - RoanokeRequisition Number:R146544 Surgical Technologist II (Open)How You’ll Help Transform Healthcare:This is your opportunity to ensure that surgeons, gastroenterologists, anesthesiologists, and patients have what they need for the best possible outcomes. We’ll ensure that you have what you need to succeed when you become part of the team at Carilion Clinic. Our community-based healthcare network includes seven hospitals, multi-specialty physician practices, and affiliations with prestigious academic medical institutions.

Based in Roanoke, Virginia, we invite you to play an important role as we inspire optimal health through compassionate care, medical education and research, and neighborhood outreach. Join our award-winning organization, which has earned the Five-Star Award for outpatient surgery from the Professional Research Corporation, and learn how working with an award-winning regional leader can brighten your future through extensive training, advancement potential, and professional support.

The Certified Surgical Technologist participates in the delivery of individualized peri-operative registered nursing care under the supervision and guidance of a licensed physician or a registered professional nurse. Collaborates with other members of the healthcare team to assure quality patient care.

The Certified Surgical Technologist

• Establishes and maintains a sterile field and assures team maintains a sterile environment.

• Correctly and safely passes instruments to clinician.

• Participants in surgical counts (sponge, needle and instruments), per policy.

• Communicates with surgeons, gastroenterologists, anesthesiologists, other necessary staff and patients to facilitate continuity of care.

• Follows policies, procedures, all regulatory standards and patient safety goals.

• Participates in the nursing process for patients of all ages served.

• Participates in unit educational activities.

What We Require:

Education: High school graduate or equivalent required. Successfully completed an accredited surgical technologist training program and holds a current credential as a certified surgical technologist from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting or its successor. Or, has successfully completed a training program for surgical technology during the person's service as a member of any branch of the armed forces of the United States.

Experience: None

Licensure, certification, and/or registration: Certification in Surgical Technology required. LPN licensure required for grandfathered employees. Obtain and/or maintain registration with the VA Dept of Health Professions.

Other Minimum Qualifications: Knowledge of instrumentations. Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development through the life span, interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his or her age and specific needs, and provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.

This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by the incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

Recruiter:

EMILY ALLEN

Recruiter Email:

efallen@carilionclinic.org

For more information, contact the HR Service Center at 1-800-599-2537.

Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer: We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug-Free Workplace. For more information or for individuals with disabilities needing special assistance with our online application process contact Carilion HR Service Center at 800-599-2537, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.

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Benefits, Pay and Well-being at Carilion Clinic

Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. That’s why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life – at work and when you’re away.

When you make your tomorrow with us, we’ll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself. Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
• Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
• Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
• Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
• Access to our health and wellness app, Virgin Pulse
• Discounts on childcare
• Continued education and training

About Us:

Carilion Clinic is where you can make your own path.

Here, you’ll find a special place to create your career—one where talents are embraced, discoveries are made, and care makes a real difference.

The success of Carilion Clinic relies on talented, passionate individuals like you, each offering their unique skills, ideas, and perspectives. Make your tomorrow with us.

This is Carilion Clinic ...

An organization where innovation happens, collaboration is expected and ideas are valued. A not-for-profit, mission-driven health system built on progress and partnerships. A courageous team that is always learning, fully dedicated, and forever curious.

Headquartered in Roanoke, Va., you will find a robust system of award winning hospitals, Level 1 and 3 trauma centers, Level 3 NICU, Institute of Orthopedics and Neurosciences, and multi-specialty physician practices spanning southwestern Virginia.

Join us and begin your career in a place where every day is a new adventure of creating the future of health care.