What are the responsibilities and job description for the Surgical Technologist position at United Urology Group?
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Description
Are you interested in making a difference in patient care? Learn about our unique culture of respect, growth, innovation, the best patient care, and how we give back to the community.
At United Urology Group, our employees are at the heart of our mission and have incredible opportunities to impact our patients' lives with their urologic care.
- We foster a culture that thrives on compassion, teamwork, integrity, and diversity, all of which start with our staff!
- We deliver a cohesive approach to urologic care that provides patients with access to experienced specialists, a superb team of healthcare professionals, and the most advanced technology for patient treatments and therapies.
- We offer competitive salaries and a great work/life balance: enjoy your weekends!
- UUG offers outstanding benefits, including tuition reimbursement, health, dental, and vision insurance, corporate discounts, and much more!
United Urology Group is regarded as the leading urology network in the country. Our Urology Group Affiliates consist of Chesapeake Urology, Arizona Urology- Phoenix & Scottsdale, Arizona Urology – Tucson, Colorado Urology & Tennessee Urology.
Position Summary:
The Surgical Technologist is responsible for setting up the operating room, preparing and transporting patients for surgery, adjusting lights and equipment, and passing instruments and other supplies to surgeons and surgeon's assistants.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Maintain a proper sterile field during surgical procedures.
- Count sponges, needles, and instruments before and after operation.
- Hand instruments and supplies to surgeons and surgeons' assistants, hold retractors and cut sutures, and perform other tasks as directed by surgeon during operation.
- Prepare patients for surgery, including positioning patients on the operating table and covering them with sterile surgical drapes to prevent exposure.
- Scrub arms and hands and assist the surgical team to scrub and put on gloves, masks, and surgical clothing.
- Wash and sterilize equipment using germicides and sterilizers.
- Monitor and continually assess operating room conditions, including patient and surgical team needs.
- Prepare, care for, and dispose of tissue specimens taken for laboratory analysis.
- As part of your position requirements, you are expected to travel to other sites within a reasonable geographic region.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time, with or without notice.
Qualifications
Knowledge, Competencies & Skills:
- Able to maintain proper sterile field and anticipate the needs of surgeons or registered nurses during surgical procedures.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as an effective healthcare team member.
- Proven organizational skills and ability to prioritize effectively.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficient computer software and database skills.
- Ability to multi-task, effectively problem-solve and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Attention to detail, willingness to learn, and bring forth ideas to enhance positive patient care.
- Proficient knowledge of medical terminology.
- Maintain & adhere to HIPAA compliance/ regulations.
Direct Reports:
- N/A.
Travel:
- Must have the ability & willingness to travel to other sites as necessary within a geographic region.
Physical Requirements for the Job:
- Regularly required to sit and stand for extended periods.
- Involves standing, sitting, walking, bending, stooping, and twisting.
- Requires full range of body motion, including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
- May be required to help to transfer the patient.
- Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 40 lbs.
Equal Opportunity Employer: United Urology Group and its affiliate practices are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, or sexual orientation.
The successful candidate(s) for any UUG position will be subject to a pre-employment background check.
Actual compensation offered to candidates is based on work experience, education, and/or skill level.
