Surgical Technician -TOSH In-House Agency

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OtherSurgical Technician

01/01/2027

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Shift Vary (United States of America)

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Requirements

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High School Diploma or GED Plus Graduate of an NBSTSA-accredited Surgical Technology program OR NCCT-approved Surgical Technology program OR Completed military surgical/scrub tech training OR have two or more years of on-the-job surgical/scrub experience in an acute care facility or ambulatory surgery center
1 year of operating room experience
BLS Certified with AHA
Scrub Tech Certification
Orthopedic experience

Commensurate with education and experience

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

**This posting is for Temporary Part-Time PRN (as needed) Surgical Technician shifts at The Orthopedic and Spine Hospital (TOSH) **

**MWF 12-hour days Hours: 0630-1900 - Rotating Call + One Floating Holiday**

The In-House Agency ST Program offers PRN employment for 13-week intervals. Participants must work 36 hours/week for 13 weeks. To qualify, applicants must have a valid ST Certification from an Accreditated School and 12 months of orthopedic and operating room experience. Applicants cannot be currently employed by UAMS, and previous UAMS employees must have terminated more than 180 days prior.

The Surgical Technician will assembles supplies for surgical procedures, set up and maintains the sterile field, passes surgical instruments, and assists in room preparation. This professional nursing role will require the ability to coordinate care the needs for the surgical case the surgeon, nurses, other members of the team to provide an optimal outcome for the patient and work collaboratively with clinic providers, fellows, and staff. Requires the ability to effectively communicate.

As individuals dedicated to ensuring the safety and quick recovery of our patients, surgical technologists are integral members of a team dedicated to providing the best care for patients through collaboration, communication and patient safety. As part of the TOSH teams, operating room scrub technicians define their practice through attention to detail with excellence and outstanding patient care, are driven by their expertise, compassion and dedication to evidence-based practice, and operate at a higher level of practice. If you are a Surgical Technician who has current Operating Room experience, we invite you to consider a career with The Orthopaedic & Spine Hospital at UAMS Health.

Responsibilities

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Ensures availability of appropriate instrumentation, supplies and equipment for assigned cases.
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Ensures that the room has been prepared for the upcoming cases, with appropriate equipment available and ready for surgical use.
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Ensures that the instruments are cleaned arranged and transported to the soiled workroom according to department policy;
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independently assists with instrument reprocessing tasks when assigned cases are completed and time permits;
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Ensures that the operating rooms are case-ready for the following day’s cases;
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Exhibits practical knowledge of OR equipment including maintenance and safety aspects.
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Utilizes available communication tools;
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demonstrates teamwork by offering assistance to other team members;
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Shares knowledge information and expertise with other staff;
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attends departmental in-services and other educational offerings;
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Consistently demonstrates new knowledge and skills through incorporation into actual clinical practice.
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Willing to learn new techniques.
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With any other duties assigned

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Proof of Veteran Status

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