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Hours Full-time, Part-time
Location Des Moines, IA 50316
Des Moines, Iowa

About this job

Position Type: Regular
Scheduled Hours per 2 week Pay Period: 80
Primary Location: IA > DES MOINES > MERCY MEDICAL CENTER
GENERAL SUMMARY:

Delivers intraoperative care to the surgical patient, primarily in the scrub role.  Serves the patients from neonate, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Scrubs surgical cases in own specialty independently and in other areas with minimal direction.
  • Maintains knowledge of equipment set-up and functioning and seeks appropriate resource when necessary.
  • Assists in the circulating role under the direct supervision of R.N.
  • Prepares for surgical cases in an efficient manner, anticipating needs of patient, surgeon, anesthesia and other O.R. team members.
  • Provides a safe environment for patient and staff by adhering to standards of aseptic technique and department/hospital policy.
  • Communicates effectively with patient, staff and physicians.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

  • High School Diploma or GED required. 

  • Completion of accredited Surgical Technology program. 

  • Basic Life Support certified within six (6) weeks of hire.  Acceptable credentialing bodies and certifications include American Red Cross CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers.

  • Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served with three (3) months of hire.

  • Ability to read, write and speak English language.


Additional Information
  • Requisition ID: 2019-R0248170
  • Schedule: Full-time
  • Market: Mercy Medical Center