Position Title: Surgical Technologist - Dean McGee Eye Institute - Eye Surgery Center Department: DMEI Ambulatory Surgery Center Job Description: This position may be filled as Surgical Technologist 1, 2, or 3, depending on individual experience, education, and other qualifications. Special Benefits: Sign-on bonus up to $5,000 for qualified individuals Relocation assistance if moving 100+ miles As Oklahoma’s largest and most comprehensive eye care practice, we bring together fellowship-trained specialists in every subspecialty of ophthalmology — from routine eye exams to the most complex surgical procedures. Our team provides over 210,000 patient visits annually, offering expertise you won’t find anywhere else in the region. Location: OU Health Dean McGee Eye Institute Shift: Full-Time , 6:30-5pm No weekends, No Holidays Job Description The Surgical Technologist I is an entry level professional who works under supervision to provide technical assistance in an operating room, labor and delivery, or other unit performing surgical or invasive procedures. Essential Responsibilities: Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position. Utilizes physician’s preference cards to assist in preparing the operating room for the surgical procedure. Assists in maintaining and updating preference cards. Maintains an adequate supply of instruments and supplies to meet the patient’s changing needs. Scrubs in and sets up instruments and supplies prior to procedure. Prepares sterile field by obtaining, opening, and arranging instruments and supplies anticipated for the procedure. Ensures continuous monitoring of sterile field once established. Assists in draping the patient and operative area. With nurse, opens and prepares the sterile field. Assists the nurse in correct identification of operative specimens for laboratory analysis. Remains attentive during surgery and provides additional instruments, supplies, or other items as needed. Remains attentive to sterile field and recognizes and corrects breaks in sterile technique. Delivers medications to the surgeon. Participates in sponge, needle, and instrument counts as directed by policy. Reports all drains, packs, implants, etc. to the circulating nurse and assists with application of dressings. Informs appropriate personnel of any potential problems regarding patient or procedure. Takes emergency action as required. Assists with post-operative processing of instruments and equipment. Cleans operating room areas and disposes of sharps from sterile field according to policy. Participates in evaluation of new products, methods, or equipment to determine quality. Acts as a liaison between physicians and management regarding instruments and supplies. Assists with patient transport as needed. General Responsibilities: Performs other duties as assigned. Level 1: Minimum Qualifications: Education: Graduation from an accredited school/program for Surgical Technology required. Experience: No experience required. Previous hospital experience preferred. Licensure/Certifications/Registrations Required: Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required. Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) issued by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or Tech in Surgery (TS-C) issued by the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) preferred. Level 2: Minimum Qualifications: Education: Graduation from an accredited school/program for Surgical Technology required. Experience: At least 3 years of experience as a Surgical Technologist required. Licensure/Certifications/Registrations Required: Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required. Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) issued by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or Tech in Surgery (TS-C) issued by the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) required. Level 3 Minimum Qualifications: Education: Graduation from an accredited school/program for Surgical Technology required. Experience: At least 5 years of experience as a Surgical Technologist required. Licensure/Certifications/Registrations Required: Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required. Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) issued by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or Tech in Surgery (TS-C) issued by the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) required. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of medical asepsis as it applies to the operating room. Knowledge of various instruments used for each type of surgical procedure. Knowledge of proper operating room setup. Knowledge of proper method of handling and transferring instruments and supplies. Knowledge of proper handling of tissue specimens, cultures, and smears. Knowledge of inventory methods. Skills in maintaining an effective working relationship with others. Skills in following technical written and verbal instructions. Skills in providing technical assistance in all specialty areas. Understanding of the principles of growth and development over the lifespan and relevant ability to provide care appropriate to the patient's age-specific needs (neonate, pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric). Proficient in basic computer functions and programs. Additional Job Description Additional Job Description Essential Physical Functions of the Job Employees must be able to perform the following physical activities with or without accommodations. Stand 8-12 hours per day Sit 0-4 hours per day Walk 8-12 hours per day Continuous ability to distinguish colors Continuous ability to hear normal speaking and alarms Continuous visual acuity (20/50) Continuous use of fine motor skills Continuous ability to lift/carry up to 35lbs Frequent bending Frequent crouching Frequent kneeling Frequent reaching above head Frequent reaching above shoulder Frequent pushing/pulling up to 100lbs Occasional climbing Occasional crawling Hazardous Exposures of the Job Continuous repetitive motions Frequent radiation/electromagnetic energy Frequent hazardous chemicals or medications Frequent dust/fumes/gases (requires use of respirator) Frequent respiratory transmitted diseases (requires use of respirator) Frequent communicable diseases Occasional loud noises exceeding 85 decibels for more than 30 mins Current OU Health Employees - Please click HERE to login. OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family. OU Health is the state’s only comprehensive academic health system of hospitals, clinics and centers of excellence. With 11,000 employees and more than 1,300 physicians and advanced practice providers, OU Health is home to Oklahoma’s largest doctor network with a complete range of specialty care. OU Health serves Oklahoma and the region with the state’s only freestanding children’s hospital, the only National Cancer Institute-Designated OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center, Oklahoma’s flagship hospital, which serves as the state’s only Level 1 trauma center and Edmond Medical Center in the heart of the Edmond Community. Becker’s Hospital Review named University of Oklahoma Medical Center one of the 100 Great Hospitals in America for 2020. OU Health’s oncology program at OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center was named Oklahoma’s top facility for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report in its 2020-21 rankings. OU Health also was ranked by U.S. News & World Report as high performing in these specialties: Colon Surgery, COPD and Congestive Heart Failure. OU Health’s mission is to lead healthcare in patient care, education and research. Experts in prevention, treatment and cures, our team works to improve lives through innovation in medical care, education and research, while investing in the people, technologies and facilities that will enable us to achieve our goals. We are seeking individuals who have a passion and talent for caring for others. By joining our team, you will provide quality health care to our community through the work you do every day. We provide clinical and non-clinical opportunities to further your career and we invite you to explore our available positions. Equal employment opportunities are provided to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or protected veteran status in accordance with applicable federal laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Reasonable accommodations are made to the known physical and mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities.

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