Every day over Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common Pride in what we do knowing every moment matters here We invite you to become part of Connecticutrsquos most comprehensive healthcare network The Greater Manchester Region has approximately employees It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital a bed community hospital Rockville General a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital a bed facility a large multispecialty provider group and visiting nurse services The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of people in towns We are a small community hospital where your voice is heard We believe in sharing ideas and working with staff to create innovative ideas to improve employee engagement and patient carePOSITION SUMMARYAssists the surgeon during operative and invasive procedures Assures operating suite is adequately prepared for procedure Works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team Assists in maintaining a safe and clean environment Reports to the Clinical Nurse ManagerEvery day over Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common Pride in what we do knowing every moment matters here We invite you to become part of Connecticutrsquos most comprehensive healthcare network The Greater Manchester Region has approximately employees It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital a bed community hospital Rockville General a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital a bed facility a large multispecialty provider group and visiting nurse services The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of people in towns We are a small community hospital where your voice is heard We believe in sharing ideas and working with staff to create innovative ideas to improve employee engagement and patient carePOSITION SUMMARYAssists the surgeon during operative and invasive procedures Assures operating suite is adequately prepared for procedure Works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team Assists in maintaining a safe and clean environment Reports to the Clinical Nurse ManagerEDUCATIONCERTIFICATION bull Must have successfully completed a nationally accredited Surgical Technology program and hold a Surgical Technologist Certification from a national certifying body recognized by the Department of Public Health The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting CST or the National Center for Competency Testing TS C bull Candidates without current certification who have successfully completed an accredited Surgical Technologist program but has not as of the date of hire obtained a Surgical Technologist Certification must obtain such certification within days of hire from a national certifying body recognized by the Department of Public Health The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting CST or the National Center for Competency Testing TS C Surgical Technicians who acted within the role of a Surgical Technician Operating Room Technician on or before October may be grandfathered in per CT Public Act bull Must maintain Certification while employed in this role bull Must have certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support upon hire or receive certification within the new employee introductory orientation period and maintain clinical competency during employment within this roleCOMPETENCIES bull Must be able to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing bull Possess basic computer skillsESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIESDisclaimer Job descriptions are not intended nor should they be construed to be exhaustive lists of all responsibilities skills efforts or working conditions associated with the job They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and promotes positive patient outcomes Follows the five medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors Follows Surgical Services policy for medication safety Demonstrates an ability to be flexible organized and function in stressful situations Utilizes critical thinking skills and sound judgment in priority setting and delegation Demonstrates autonomous practice consistent with evidence based standards Pursues personal and professional growth and development Serves as a professional role model and mentor Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the lifespan and the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to patients served Demonstrates ability to efficiently and effectively perform in the scrub role for surgical and invasive procedures under the direction of an RN In collaboration with surgical team participates in activities to accomplish efficient room turnover including cleaning of floor and furniture removal of used equipment supplies instrumentation providing appropriate equipment for next procedure In collaboration with RN demonstrates appropriate identification handling and processing of specimens Demonstrates knowledge of and assures maintenance of aseptic technique throughout the surgical procedure identifies and communicates to surgical team any breaks in technique and assists with corrective actions Communicates appropriately and clearly to team leader co workers and other members of the health care teamWe take great care of careersWith locations around the state Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth Here you are part of an organization on the cutting edge ndash helping to bring new technologies breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men women and children We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure worklife balance Every moment matters And this isyour momentEDUCATIONCERTIFICATION bull Must have successfully completed a nationally accredited Surgical Technology program and hold a Surgical Technologist Certification from a national certifying body recognized by the Department of Public Health The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting CST or the National Center for Competency Testing TS C bull Candidates without current certification who have successfully completed an accredited Surgical Technologist program but has not as of the date of hire obtained a Surgical Technologist Certification must obtain such certification within days of hire from a national certifying body recognized by the Department of Public Health The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting CST or the National Center for Competency Testing TS C Surgical Technicians who acted within the role of a Surgical Technician Operating Room Technician on or before October may be grandfathered in per CT Public Act bull Must maintain Certification while employed in this role bull Must have certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support upon hire or receive certification within the new employee introductory orientation period and maintain clinical competency during employment within this roleCOMPETENCIES bull Must be able to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing bull Possess basic computer skillsESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIESDisclaimer Job descriptions are not intended nor should they be construed to be exhaustive lists of all responsibilities skills efforts or working conditions associated with the job They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and promotes positive patient outcomes Follows the five medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors Follows Surgical Services policy for medication safety Demonstrates an ability to be flexible organized and function in stressful situations Utilizes critical thinking skills and sound judgment in priority setting and delegation Demonstrates autonomous practice consistent with evidence based standards Pursues personal and professional growth and development Serves as a professional role model and mentor Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the lifespan and the skills necessary to provide age appropriate care to patients served Demonstrates ability to efficiently and effectively perform in the scrub role for surgical and invasive procedures under the direction of an RN In collaboration with surgical team participates in activities to accomplish efficient room turnover including cleaning of floor and furniture removal of used equipment supplies instrumentation providing appropriate equipment for next procedure In collaboration with RN demonstrates appropriate identification handling and processing of specimens Demonstrates knowledge of and assures maintenance of aseptic technique throughout the surgical procedure identifies and communicates to surgical team any breaks in technique and assists with corrective actions Communicates appropriately and clearly to team leader co workers and other members of the health care teamWe take great care of careersWith locations around the state Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth Here you are part of an organization on the cutting edge ndash helping to bring new technologies breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men women and children We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure worklife balance Every moment matters And this isyour moment