Surgical Technician Union
Company: MelroseWakefield Healthcare
Location: Melrose
Posted on: October 7, 2024
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Job Description:
Melrose/Wakefield Hospital, part of the Tufts Medicine system,
has been offering the highest quality and accessible healthcare to
the local community for over 130 years. - With two hospital
campuses, Level III Trauma Center, Level III Special Care Nursery,
Breast Health Center, Cardiovascular Center and over 20 locations
and 50 specialties, Melrose/Wakefield Hospital offers many
opportunities to grow your career. -If you are passionate about
providing care in your local community, come join our teamWhy Join
Us? Competitive salaries & benefitsMedical, Dental and Vision
benefits start day one403(b) Retirement with company matchTuition
ReimbursementFree on-site ParkingOpportunities for career growthJob
Overview -The Surgical Technician, under the guidance of the
Registered Nurse, is responsible for the care and safety of
surgical patients. This role is responsible for assisting the
physician with the preparation of and the technical aspects of the
role of the scrub person during - surgical procedures. - -Location:
- Melrose/Wakefield Hospital - 585 Lebanon Street - Melrose,
MAHours: 36 hours - Days/Evenings - -Minimum Qualifications1. High
school diploma or equivalent. -2. Graduate of an accredited
Surgical Technology Program OR Massachusetts's Licensed Practical
Nurse (LPN).3. Surgical Technician certification through an
accredited program or within 12 months of completing program. -4.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. - -Duties and
ResponsibilitiesThe duties and responsibilities listed below are
intended to describe the general nature of work and are not
intended to be an all-inclusive list. - Other duties and
responsibilities may be assigned. - -1. Assists in the set-up for
specific surgical procedures in accordance with established
Surgical Services procedures and individual physician preferences.
- Responsible for updating physician preference cards. -2. Sets up
individual case carts with appropriate instruments and equipment
for next day cases. - Makes Clinical Practice Leader aware of any
problems. -3. Performs the role of the scrub person during surgical
procedures: understands and applies the fundamentals of aseptic
technique by maintaining the sterile field, anticipates the
surgeon's needs, passes instruments, knowledge of anatomy, follows
proper medication administration, maintains accurate accounts of
sponges, sharps, and instruments in conjunction with RN and
physicians. -4. Carries out technical tasks other than cutting,
clamping and suturing of tissues. -5. Applies electrocautery to
clamps, not tissue, on bleeders under the supervision of the
surgeon. - -6. Assists the RN/Transporter in transferring the
patient to designated room, Prepares surgical specimens for
circulating nurse to identify and label for clinical laboratory.
-7. May assist anesthesiologist and other personnel in setting up
equipment and obtaining emergency or other supplies. - - -About
Melrose/Wakefield HospitalMelrose/Wakefield Hospital and Lawrence
Memorial Hospital of Medford are two campuses with one community in
mind: the people of north suburban Boston. -Melrose/Wakefield
Hospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital are distinguished by the
range of high-quality clinical care and services. Our teams welcome
everyone with hospitality and humanity. We focus on reducing health
disparities through 40+ local health programs across a system of
hospitals, urgent care locations, outpatient services, and
community physicians.Core to our values, Melrose/Wakefield
Hospital's commitment to community is demonstrated by our many
local health programs throughout our service area and participation
in partnerships with community agencies and events, and education
programs in more than 10 communities to support the wellness and
health of our residents. - -
Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing
together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver
exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers
across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell
General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial
Hospital of Medford, Care at Home - an expansive home care network,
and large integrated physician network. We are an equal opportunity
employer and value diversity and inclusion at Tufts Medicine. Tufts
Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic
information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity
and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic
protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that
individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation
to participate in the job application or interview process, to
perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and
privileges of employment. Please contact us to request
accommodation by emailing us at .
Keywords: MelroseWakefield Healthcare, Nashua , Surgical Technician Union, Professions , Melrose, New Hampshire
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