Surgical Technologist - OB - Perinatal Unit
University Medical Center Of Southern Nevada9 months ago
Las Vegas, NV, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Position Overview
The University Medical Center of Southern Nevada is seeking a Surgical Technologist for the OB - Perinatal Unit. This academic medical center, known as Nevada’s only Level I Trauma Center along with its Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, Burn Care Center, and Transplant Center, is dedicated to providing life-saving care. Location: Las Vegas, NV. The role involves assisting surgeons during procedures, maintaining sterility, and transporting patients. Additionally, this position requires flexibility to work various shifts. Schedule: Flexible shifts (days, evenings, nights, and weekends as required).
Key Responsibilities
- Assist surgeons throughout surgery as an integral member of the surgical team.
- Anticipate the surgeon's needs by preparing and handing instruments and supplies.
- Maintain a sterile environment during procedures.
- Transport patients safely before, during, and after procedures.
Required Qualifications
- Education: High school diploma and graduation from an accredited surgical technologist program or completion of a recognized training program.
- Qualifications: Certified Surgical Technologist by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- Requirements: In-depth knowledge of anatomy, pharmacology, infection control procedures, sterilization techniques, and operating room practices. Skill in setting up and restocking the operating room, as well as effective communication and teamwork under stressful conditions.
- Ability to perform physical tasks including standing for extended periods, lifting, and moving equipment and patients safely.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience Required: Minimum of two years of recent (within the past five years) acute care surgical technology experience in operating room and Labor & Delivery settings.
- Demonstrated ability to adapt to a variety of shifts including days, evenings, nights, and weekends.
Benefits & Perks
- Benefits: Competitive salary and benefits package, including an employer-paid pension plan (Nevada PERS).
Required Skills
Sterilization procedures
Infection control
Operating room procedures
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Patient transportation
Intraoperative assistance
Surgical instrument handling