Job Information
UNC Health Care Surgical Technologist in Kinston, North Carolina
Description
Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 diverse employees, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.
Summary:
The Surgical Technologist is that part of the Operating Room team who provides and performs technical skills under the direct supervision of a physician or a registered nurse. This person assists the registered nurse in creating a safe supportive and comforting environment for the patient in surgery.
Responsibilities:
- Patient and families are served in providing direct patient care services. Perform duties and conducts interpersonal relationships with co-workers, physicians and other departments in a manner designed to project a positive image of the department and hospital.
Qualifications
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
High School graduate
Graduate of approved operating room course for surgical technologist
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT
- Previous experience preferred but not required.
LICENSURE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION
- BLS certification
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIREMENTS
- Good interpersonal and communication skills, good manual dexterity, ability to work as a team member, ability to accept criticism, willingness to learn and cooperate, displays calm in acute stressful situations.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
- Exposure to BBP requiring the use of personal protective equipment, exposure to other infectious diseases, exposure to radiation, chemicals, airborne pathogens and electrical hazards. May experience stressful work periods. Taking call required. Exposure to hazardous anesthetic agents, subject to hazards of flammable, explosive gases.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT
Must be able to engage in the following physical activities on a daily basis:
Lengthy periods of standing
Moving stretchers, carts and equipment
Carrying and lifting instrument sets (trays) and various items of equipment
Maintain emotional stability
Assists with positioning of patients
Job Details
Legal Employer: Lenoir Health
Entity: UNC Lenoir Health Care
Organization Unit: Operating Room
Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 36.00
Work Assignment Type: Onsite
Work Schedule: Variable
Location of Job: LENOIR MEM
Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No
Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.