On Call Surgical Technologist Noncertified - Peoria

Company: unitypointhealth
Location: Peoria
Posted on: August 4, 2022

Job Description:

b"Position: On Call Surgical Technologist - Noncertified/nHospital: Methodist Hospital/nFull-time, Benefited/nHours per week: 40 hours/nShift: 1500 - 2330 Monday - Friday/n/xc2/xa0/nProvides surgical technology to direct and indirect care and service./xc2/xa0 Assist surgeon, performs operative/invasive procedures./xc2/xa0 Serves as a resource to other technologist, trains new technologist, trains students and functions as an informal lead technologist role as needed./xc2/xa0 Mentoring and utilizing the additional education gained through certification will be used to assist peers, perform more efficiently and raise performance./n/xc2/xa0/n/xc2/xa0/nWhy UnityPoint Health?/n * Culture /xe2/x80/x93 At UnityPoint Health, you Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture [guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve./n * Benefits /xe2/x80/x93 Our competitive Total Rewards [program offers benefits options like 401K match, paid time off and education assistance that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you/xe2/x80/x99re in./n * Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment /xe2/x80/x93 We/xe2/x80/x99re committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation./n * Development /xe2/x80/x93 We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities [is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience./n * Community Involvement /xe2/x80/x93 Be an essential part of our core purpose/xe2/x80/x94to improve the health of the people and communities we serve./n/xc2/xa0/nVisit us at UnityPoint.org/careers to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work. [for surgeon specific operative/invasive procedures that/xe2/x80/x99s timely, accurate effective and efficient./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Responds and arrives within 30 minutes for call requirement/n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Competent in a variety of services to meet on call requirement./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 If the employee works less than 40 hours, they will still be compensated for 40 hours a week/n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Qualifies for overtime beyond 40 hours/n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Accrues PTO as a 40-hour position/n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Qualifies for Healthcare Benefits the same as a 40-hour position/n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Instruments equipment and suture are appropriate, complete, and functional./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Sets up sterile field and is scrubbed prior to patent entering the room/n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Sets up case so that another can step into an organized back table and mayo./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Have appropriate /xe2/x80/x9chave available/xe2/x80/x9d items./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Uses resources wisely, avoids unnecessary opening./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Motions are fluid and not redundant./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Completion of procedures/n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Pull supplies, packs, instrumentation for current and next day procedures/n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Set up time for a variety of case types is within acceptable range./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Set up rooms in total/n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Completion of assigned outdated supplies/n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Aware of and is prepared for case needs, i.e. two mayo/xe2/x80/x99s./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Collaborates with surgeon prior to case and adjusts as necessary./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Precept surgical techs and RNs to prepare for surgeon specific procedures./n25%/nScrubs on simple to complex procedures for a variety of specialties./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Able to /xe2/x80/x9crun mayo/xe2/x80/x9d independently./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Aware of surgeon/xe2/x80/x99s techniques and preferences./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Adapts style to match surgeon and procedures./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Confident and competent during routine and emergency procedures./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Is prepared for sequencing, i.e. clamp, cut, tie./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Anticipates and provides so that attention needs not be diverted from the operative field./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Attentive to case, pays attention to subtle cues and responds appropriately./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Pro-active identification of needs averts need to have someone run for things./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Observe technique of self and others and intervenes appropriately./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Performs in first scrub, first assist and second scrub roles./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Performs case closing activities such as dressing application, transfer and turnover./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Teach RNs to scrub on a variety of cases./n/xc2/xa0/n25%/nPlans, anticipates and provides for expected and unexpected intra-op events./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Anticipates and provides appropriate and timely intervention for intra-op case change. E.g. lap to open, uncontrolled bleeding, perforation./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Actions and behavior are calm, confident, and steady./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Is prepared for the unexpected and uses resources wisely./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Anticipates problem prone and/or high-risk procedures and provides for needs./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Observes for induction and maintain quiet./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Clean and put away unused supplies and instrumentation/n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Protects patient privacy by own actions and reminds others./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Precept/Mentor staff and students in planning for surgical events./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Demonstrate critical thinking skills and job knowledge that will raise performance as well as teach others observation/knowledge./n/xc2/xa0/n20%/nCommunicates and collaborates with others./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Serves as a resource of knowledge and shares knowledge as appropriate./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Counts are timely and actions reflect clear understanding of the dual responsibility with circulating RN./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Communicates needs nonverbal and verbally in a timely and appropriate manner: urgent vs. routine./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Precepts staff in appropriate manner./xc2/xa0 Mentors in positive manner./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Articulates priority of needs clearly./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Listens and observes for cues indicating changing needs./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Conversation in appropriate for setting./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Addressing issues/concerns appropriately./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Contributes to successful unity operations by integrating individual efforts with unit needs, goals and objectives./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Participates in required call./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Flexible with respect to assigned area (s)./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Assist others as needed or requested./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Actions and behaviors foster team: shares knowledge and ideas./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Attempts to resolve conflicts constructively./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Performs a variety of activities to ensure an efficient effective unit./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Communicates/collaborates with others to ensure appropriate instruments, specialty cards and equipment are available for cases./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Participates in quality improvement efforts./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Actions and behaviors promote positive work environment./n20%/nBasic UPH Performance Criteria/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Demonstrates the UnityPoint Health Values and Standards of Behaviors as well as adheres to policies and procedures and safety guidelines./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Demonstrates ability to meet business needs of department with regular, reliable attendance./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Employee maintains current licenses and/or certifications required for the position./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Practices and reflects knowledge of HIPAA, TJC, DNV, OSHA and other federal/state regulatory agencies guiding healthcare./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Completes all annual education and competency requirements within the calendar year./n/xc2/xb7/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0/xc2/xa0 Is knowledgeable of hospital and department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse./xc2/xa0 Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of hospital administrative staff./xc2/xa0 Takes appropriate action on concerns reported by department staff related to compliance./n10%/nDisclaimer: This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that required of the employee./xc2/xa0 Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice./n/xc2/xa0/nQUALIFICATIONS/n/xc2/xa0/nMinimum Requirements/nIdentify items that are minimally required to perform the essential functions of this position./nPreferred or Specialized/nNot required to perform the essential functions of the position./nEducation:/nCompletion of Surgical Technology training through an institution, college or Military Program./nLPN/nAssociates Degree in Applied Science./nCompletion of Accredited Surgical Technologist Program./nExperience:/n/xc2/xa0/n/xc2/xa0/n/xc2/xa0/n1 year of experience in/with acute tertiary full-service surgery./nLPH /xe2/x80/x93 2 years/xe2/x80/x99 experience in Surgical Services./nLicense(s)/Certification(s):/n/xc2/xa0/n/xc2/xa0/n/xc2/xa0/nMust possess and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of hire/start date./n/xc2/xa0/nKnowledge/Skills/Abilities:/n/xc2/xa0/n/xc2/xa0/n/xc2/xa0/n/xc2/xa0/nWrites, reads, comprehends and speaks fluent English./nBasic computer knowledge using word processing, spreadsheet, email, and web browser./nMulticultural sensitivity/nCritical thinking skills using independent judgment in making decisions./n/xc2/xa0/nOther:/n/xc2/xa0/nUse of usual and customary equipment used to perform essential functions of the position./nWork may occasionally require travel to other UPH facilities/hospitals./nRequired to drive your own vehicle for business purposes."

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