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Job Title:

Surgical Technologist

Department:

Start a new career at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center as a Surgical Technologist!

Become part of a collaborative team and play an integral part in ground-breaking surgeries that happen only at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio.

Do you want a full-time Surgical Technologist career that offers phenomenal benefits? We also offer:

• Tuition Assistance for employees and qualified dependents

• Outstanding retirement program

• Management training

• Get the most out of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program

• Check out all the benefits we have to offer at https://hr.osu.edu/benefits/

Summary

As members of our perioperative team, Surgical Technologists perform the operating room technician and scrub tech job for various surgical procedures. In addition to these tasks, we rely on our surgical technologists to assist in intraoperative and postoperative responsibilities.

Job Description:

• Performs technical skills related to interoperative patient care. Assigned to perform the scrub role in various surgical procedures and also performs routine unit tasks.

• Provide emergency care measures as appropriate, and assist in meeting the patient's emotional needs. Follows universal precautions, safe handling guidelines, and all other infection control standards.

• Provide for safety/security of self and others and follow precautions as related to patient care. We ask that you maintain a clean and organized perioperative unit.

• Promotes a positive demeanor to staff, families, and patients/guests as well as maintains patient confidentiality.

• Is an unclassified professional staff position working under the direct supervision of a registered nurse and under the general supervision of Perioperative Managers.

• Performs all tasks in a manner that is efficient without compromising the quality of care, meets hospital continuing education and certification requirements, and upholds goals and objectives of the Department of Perioperative Services.

• Works to continuously build the organizational efficiency and demonstrates career growth and development.

Required Qualifications:

• Must be a high school graduate or possess a GED.

• Must have completed formal Surgical Technology Training Program or the equivalent.

• Previous experience in the Operating Room as Surgical Technologist is preferred.

Additional Information:

Location:

Medical Center Tower (0870)

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

40

Shift:

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.  A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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