Surgical Technician Certified / Purchaser (FT) - Texas Health Surgery Center Bedford

Company: SCA Health
Location: Bedford
Posted on: August 4, 2022

Job Description:

Category: Technician/Clinical UnlicensedOverviewTexas Health Surgery Center, located in Bedford, TX, offers quality care, specialized equipment and advanced technology in a safe, family friendly environment. Want to know more about our Surgery Center? Click Here Fantastic Benefits:NO NIGHTS, WEEKENDS, HOLIDAYS OR CALLPositive work cultureCareer growth opportunitiesComprehensive medical, vision and dental insurance - eligible on Day 1 of employmentPaid time off plus 8 paid holidaysMaternity/paternity/adoption benefitsEmployer-paid life and short- and long-term disability insuranceExcellent 401(k) Plan ResponsibilitiesWe are actively hiring for a Purchaser/Certified Surgical Technician. Promote the mission, vision, and values of SCA.Responsible for purchasing supplies/equipment for surgery centerWorks closely with managers to determine level of inventoryMaintains appropriate inventory levels as dictated by surgical volumeReceives, unpacks supplies, and stocks shelves in storage areas and operating roomsShips equipment, supplies, and outdated inventory as necessaryPackages and reorders pathology specimens and ships/handles/transports supplies when necessaryMatches invoices with packing/shipping slips and/or purchase orders for AP processingMeets and negotiates prices with sales reps. and keeps accurate record of prices, quotes, and purchasesEnsures all purchased items are correctly billed for accurate invoice paymentsMaintains equipment maintenance contractsUpdates computer inventoryAssists in the orientation of all new employees with reference to supplies and receiving areaDemonstrates the importance of continuing education to the performance of facility responsibilities and growth in profession.Attends and participates in team meetings and in-service programsDemonstrates competency in performing job task and operating equipment on an annual basisAttends professional training seminars related to job development and educationAbility and willingness to cross train into other areas mandatoryMaintain radiation safety at all times in accordance with facility policies and procedures. Clean and prepare surgical instruments for processing and transport them to the decontamination areas. Evaluate the patient's progress toward attaining outcomes. Provide hand-off report to other teammates that are accurate, concise and pertinent to the patient's condition and response to care. Document episode of care accurately, timely, completely, and legibly. Demonstrate effective communication and collaboration skills with members of the perioperative team and other stakeholders. Assist with post procedure cleaning of the operative or other invasive procedure room and preparation of room for subsequent patients. Serve as a member of a multidisciplinary team in planning perioperative patient care. Participate in quality review and performance improvement projects. Participate in the performance appraisal process. Use problem-solving and conflict resolution skills to foster effective work relationships. Maintain required competencies. Pursue professional growth. Act as a patient advocate and main privacy and confidentiality of individuals and health information. Comply with all SCA and facility policies and procedures, regulatory and accreditation standards and professional guidelines when providing patient care. Actively participate in team meetings, trainings, and daily safety huddles. Demonstrate fiscal responsibility. Perform all other duties as assigned. QualificationsHigh School Graduate or equivalent. Graduate of a recognized and accredited Surgical Technologist Program. Prior Experience as a Surgical Technologist preferred. Current Surgical Technologist certification preferred. Successful completion of BCLS Course within 90 days of employment or documentation of current BCLS certification. Surgery Center Experience Preferred CST Experience a PlusMust have 1-2 years previous experience and/or knowledge of computers, medical terminology, medical/surgical supplies and equipment requiredIntermediate skills on computer input and personal computer operationsExcellent organizational skillsDetail orientedUtilize time efficientlyWorking Conditions/Physical Requirements: Physically demanding, high-stress environment Exposure to blood and body fluids, communicable diseases, chemicals, radiation, and repetitive motions Ability to lift or move boxes in excess of 50 pounds; which may require pushing, pulling and essentially utilizing a full range of body movement. Ability to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, crouch, and crawl. Ability to reach, grasp, use fine finger movement, and feel fine sensation to discern temperature, texture, size and shape.Corrected vision and hearing to within normal range Working irregular hours PI187501308

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