Inova Health System is seeking a Surgical Technologist for a job in Alexandria, Virginia.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Surgical Technologist
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: ASAP
• Duration: Ongoing
• Employment Type: Staff

The Surgical Technologist 2 demonstrates advanced knowledge and practice in the role of the first scrub. Demonstrates advanced knowledge of aseptic and surgical technique. Demonstrates responsible behavior as a healthcare professional. Identifies variances from expected outcomes and responds to changes in patient needs.

Job Responsibilities

- Demonstrates advanced knowledge and practice in the role of the first scrub. Demonstrates advanced knowledge of anatomy and is able to anticipate the required instrumentation for each step of a surgical procedure.
- Expedites the operative procedure by anticipating the needs of the surgeon.
- Keeps the circulating nurse informed of upcoming patient care needs.
- Demonstrates advanced knowledge of aseptic and surgical techniques.
- Establishes and maintains an organized sterile field and applies principles of asepsis.
- Demonstrates collaboration with other team members in planning/giving patient care. Actively shares knowledge with staff regarding instrument sets/techniques and procedures. Demonstrates appropriate use of emergency equipment, supplies, and resources.
- Serves as a resource in at least 2 specialty areas/procedures.
- Performs in preceptor role for new & experienced staff in the scrub role.
- Provides working knowledge of powered instrumentation, video equipment, microscopes, and complex instrumentation, equipment. Assists in the evaluation of new products and equipment.
- Participates in at least one unit-based committee/council and/or accepts individual assignments to work on improving patient care/unit-based issues.
- Documents evidence of at least 20 hours of self-development activities with a minimum of 6 formal contact hours.
- Identifies variances from expected outcomes and responds to changes in patient needs.
- Maintains sterile field during emergencies.
- May perform additional duties as assigned.

Additional Requirements

Certification - Basic Life Support Upon Start; Must be eligible for Surgical Technologist registration via Commonwealth of Virginia at time of hire. Registration must be completed within 6 months of hireLicensure - None requiredExperience - 1 Year Surgical Technologist experience or equivalentEducation - High School diploma or equivalent

Inova Job ID #657702. Posted job title: surgical technologist 2