Surgical Technologist
Mercy Medical Center Mary Catherine Bunting Center
Baltimore, MD
flexible
Sign-On Bonus

Surgical Tech - Main Operating Room

Summary The Surgical Technician ensures the Operating Suite is adequately prepared for procedure by preparing instrumentation and equipment. Assists surgeon by passing instruments during operative and invasive procedures. Maintains sterile technique at all times. Demonstrates the ability to clean and sterilize all surgical instruments. Actively participates in all performance improvement activities and team meetings. Requirements EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE * Education and Work Experience: * Must possess a high school diploma or GED * Graduation from a Surgical Technology Program SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS * License Requirements: * N/A * Certification Requirements: * Certificate from Surgical Technologist Program or 1 year experience documented * CPR Healthcare Provider required * Age Specific Care Provided For: * Neo-natal * Pediatrics * Adolescents * Adults * Geriatrics * Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: * Computer proficiency and technical aptitude with the ability to utilize one or more of the following: * Microsoft Word, Power Point, Excel * Microsoft Outlook * Meditech (if applicable to position) * Epic (if applicable to position) * Performance Manager/NetLearning * Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language in an understandable manner. * Must be able to work independently and possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action. * Must possess the ability to effectively communicate and deal tactfully with other personnel, visitors, patients, physicians, customers, and the general public. * Must be flexible, have personal integrity, and the ability to function effectively as a team with other employees. * Must be able to follow written and oral instructions. * Other Requirements: * Must possess skills in scrub role in Operating Room * Works in well-lighted and ventilated area(s), as well as throughout the nursing service areas. * Sits, stands, bends, lifts, and moves intermittently during working hours. * Is subject to frequent interruptions. * Willingly works beyond normal working hours, and weekends and holidays on a rotational basis. * Attends and participates in continuing education programs. * Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, disease processes, including exposure to HIV and Hepatitis B viruses. * Participates in taking "on-call" to cover surgical operating room. Must be able to respond to this call and be available in OR within one hour of the call. Mercy Health Services is sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) recruiting talent for Mercy Health Services, which serves the greater Baltimore Metro and surrounding Maryland areas.