OR SURGICAL TECHNICIAN (F/T, 40hrs | Days) Fox Chase Cancer Ctr
Temple Health
- Location
- Onsite (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania)
- Employment
- Full-time
- Level
- Mid Level
About the role
Temple Health, a premier academic medical institution, is seeking a Surgical Technologist to assist with patient care and safety during surgical procedures. The role involves preparing sterile fields, handling instruments, and supporting the surgical team under the guidance of a Registered Nurse.
Skills
Full job details
Under the guidance of a Registered Nurse, the Surgical Technologist is responsible for patient care and safety during surgical procedures. Duties include case and patient preparation, proper handling of surgical instruments and equipment, preparing the sterile field according to the procedure and surgeon's preferences, and anticipating the surgeon's needs.
Education
- High School Diploma or Equivalent – Required
- Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program – Required
Licenses & Certifications
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – Required
- Certified Surgical Technologist – Required OR
- Certified Operating Room Technician – Required
Note: Certification requirements apply only to individuals hired after December 29, 2020.