Surgical Technologist
Shriners Hospitals for Children - Philadelphia
Philadelphia, PA
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Surgical Technologist

Company Overview Shriners Children's is a family that respects, supports, and values each other. We are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience defines us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families. Job Overview Shriners Children's is the premier pediatric burn, orthopaedic, spinal cord injury, cleft lip and palate, and pediatric subspecialties medical center. We have an opportunity for a Certified Surgical Technolgist to join our team. Responsibilities The surgical technologist (ST) is an integral part of the surgical health care team and functions in the role of scrub person. The ST works under the supervision of the registered nurse and surgeon to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. Qualifications Education High School Diploma / GED Certification/Licensure Certified Surgical Technologist CPR Experience Minimum 1 year experience with scrub and circulation skills Prior experience with sterile technique, infection control, sterilization and disinfection procedures