Gillette Children's - Surgical Technologist-Certified

We are hiring for a Surgical Technologist to join our surgical services team! This is a .8 FTE, benefit eligible opportunity.
Schedule works primarily Monday-Friday, mix of 8s & 10s with On-call requirements.
Incumbents in this position, under the direction of a Registered Nurse (R.N.), participate in the delivery of patient care which maximizes outcomes in a manner consistent with the hospitals and department's mission, philosophies and in accordance with professional practice standards.
Incumbents ensure safe patient care during a surgical procedure through the use of appropriate planning and implementation of patient care.
Compensation & Benefits Information
The hourly wage for this opportunity is $32.16/hour to $48.25/hour, with a median wage of $40.20/hour.
Pay is dependent on several factors including relevant work experience, education, certification & licensure, and internal equity.
Hourly pay is just one part of the compensation package for employees.
Gillette supports career progression and offers a competitive benefits package that includes a retirement savings match, tuition and certification reimbursement, paid time off, and health and wellness benefits for .5 FTE and above.
A $1.50 weekend/ $1.50 evening/ $3.00 night differential is available for this position.
Core Responsibilities and Duties
Participates in the delivery of family focused patient care which optimizes the patient's health status and outcomes by ensuring safe patient care during a surgical procedure.

Follows standards of aseptic practice by prioritizing care and delivering appropriate care.
Practices in a competent manner which promotes a safe and therapeutic environment.
Maintains competency in all areas of the skills checklist and demonstrates flexibility in responding to unanticipated events/ changes in assignments and scheduling rooms.
Initiates appropriate follow-up strategies.
Advance technical skills with new equipment and procedures as changes occur.
Prepares and plans for each surgical procedure in a manner consistent with the hospital and department's mission, philosophies, and in accordance with professional practice standards.

Completes an initial data collection that is thorough and accurate.
Prepares operating room with all instruments, supplies and equipment necessary for individual procedures utilizing the data collected.
Places patient/family needs above other needs.
Communicates and collaborates with healthcare team members as appropriate to implement a seamless plan of care.

Communicates changes within specialty services for each case needs.
Is a positive team player utilizing open communication with all members of the care team and is readily available to help out.
Confirms case needs with surgeon before case start.
Participates in activities that promote professional growth, ease of access, quality improvement and patient satisfaction.
Qualifications
Required

Graduate of accredited school for surgical technologies
Current certification as a Surgical Technologist
Current CPR certification - BLS for Healthcare Providers per the American Heart Association Guidelines
Preferred

Prior experience in pediatrics
Prior experience as a Surgical Technologist
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Demonstrated skill in interpersonal communication as related to patients, families, co-workers, physicians and others
Interest in working with children and adolescents with disabilities and their family
Ability to work hours required
Physically able to transport patients

Gillette Children's is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse team, as we know that the diverse experiences of our employees make Gillette a stronger and better organization.
We are committed to creating an equitable and inclusive environment where all patients, families and staff are welcomed and valued.
We believe diverse perspectives and identities foster excellence, improve patient care and are essential for Gillette to fulfill its mission.
Our team members collaborate to help patients of all backgrounds and abilities reach their full potential.
Gillette Children's is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of an individual's race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation or gender identity, military status or any other class protected by federal, state or local laws.
Gillette Children's is a global beacon of care for patients with brain, bone and movement conditions that start in childhood.
Our research, treatment and supportive technologies enable every child to lead a full life defined by their dreams, not their diagnoses.
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Department of Homeland Security (DHS) E-Verify program which is an internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S.
Citizenship and Immigration Services.
If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, Gillette will give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact DHS or the Social Security Administration (SSA) to resolve the issue before Gillette takes any further action.
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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.
41 CFR 60-1.35(c)