Job ID82301

　　LocationAurora, Colorado

　　Full/Part TimePart-Time

　　Regular/TemporaryRegular

　　Why Work at Children's....

　　Here, it's different. Come join us.Children's Hospital Colorado has defined and delivered pediatric healthcareexcellence for more than 100 years.Here, the nation's brightest nurses, physicians, scientists,researchers, therapists, and care providers are creating the future ofchild health. With an optimist's outlook, a trailblazing spirit, and acelebrated history, we're making new strides every day.We've been Magnet-designated four times by the American Nurses CredentialingCenter and are consistently recognized among the nation's top 10 pediatrichospitals by U.S. News & World Report.As a national leader in pediatric care, we serve children and families fromall over the nation. Our System of Care includes four pediatric hospitals,11 specialty care centers, 1,300+ outreach clinics and more than10,000 healthcare professionals representing the full spectrum of pediatriccare specialties.Here, we know it takes all of us, every role, to deliver the bestpossible care to each child and family we treat.That's why we build our teams toward a foundation of equity in access,advancement, and opportunity. We know teams of individuals with differentidentities and backgrounds can nurture creativity and innovation. We know wecan see, treat, and heal children better when our team reflects thediversity of our patient population. We strive to attract and retain diversetalent because we know a truly inclusive and equitable workforce will help usone day realize our most basic calling: to heal every child who comesthrough oA career at Children's Colorado will challenge you, inspire you, andmotivate you to make a difference in the life of a child. Here, it'sdifferent.

　　Job Overview

　　The Surgical Tech is a clinician who provides intra-operative technicalassistance to physicians and Registered Nurses (RN) who care for patientsexperiencing a surgical intervention or other invasive procedure. The SurgicalTechnician actively participates in the work of the unit, committee work,and program level activities and projects and role models exemplary workstandaThis Surgical Tech position will be located in the Labor and DeliveryDepartment's OB Unit. Experience in C - Section procedures is preferred.

　　Additional Information

　　Department: Labor and DeliveryHours per week: 24, eligible for benefitsShift: 0630-1830 or 1830 to 0630-Rotating variable based on needThis position is eligible for relocation assistance, if relocating from 100miles or greater.

　　Qualifications

　　Education: Associate's degree in surgical technology is required.Experience: Proficiciency in C-Sections, Vaginal delivery set ups, andOB workflow preferredEquivalency: Graduate of a military training program in surgical technologyor Diploma in Surgical Technology and Surgical Technologist certification maybe considered in lieu of an Associate's degree.Certification(s): American Heart Association Basic Life Support(BLS) for Healthcare Providers at time of hire. NBSTSA or NCCT CertifiedSurgical Technologist preferred.Licensure(s): State of Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies(DORA) Surgical Technologist or Surgical Assistant Registration

　　Responsibilities

　　An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of thefollowing essential functions. These examples do not include all of thefunctions which the employee may be expected to perform.Assists with room turnovers and set-ups; restocks and orders supplies;utilizes downtime effectively; and participates in department qualityimprovement activities.Promotes patient safety by participating in the surgical time out; labelingmedications on the field; verifying patient weight and allergies with RNprior to passing medications to physician; communication of hand-off of carewhen relieved duri g case; and selection of appropriate instruments andsupplies based on patient size and procedure.Assists with patient positioning and properly identifies specimens.Monitors potential hazards for sharp or burn injury.Safely handles bio-hazardous materials and uses standard precautions andPersonal Protective Equipment (PPE).Utilizes preference cards to prepare for surgical procedure; scrubs allcases as assigned; anticipates needs of case by opening correct supplies andinstruments; is attentive to flow of the surgery so that surgeons' needsare anticipated.Precepts new employees.Participates in departmental, divisional, and/or organizationalcommittees and projects as assigned.Acts as a role model for other team members.

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