Purpose  

The Surgical Technologist (certified or licensed) serves as a member of the surgical team, responds to patient needs, prepares / maintains resources (e.g., equipment, instruments, supplies) & provides safe, quality health care services & / or assistance for surgical procedures in accordance with level of experience, education, policies / procedures / protocols & standards. 

Note: “patients” refers to patients, clients, residents, participants, customers, members 

Essential Functions   

Our Trinity Health Culture: Knows, understands, incorporates & demonstrates our Trinity Health Mission, Values, Vision, Actions & Promise in behaviors, practices & decisions. 

Work Focus: Performs clinical care activities (direct or indirect) for patients within the “scope of practice” laws & training received; Cares for patients safely by assisting in clinical care services or engaging in administrative activities (e.g., maintaining records or supplies) that enhance or improve coordination, preparation & flow of the care experience. 

Process Focus: Knows, understands & incorporates basic or essential area of practice (document, coordinate, communicate) & training standards. 

Communication: Uses clear, effective, respectful language & communication methods / means. 

Environment: Performs work in a safe, engaging, collaborative & supportive manner; Influences the responsible use of resources; Accountable for continuous self-development & supporting the growth of others. 

Maintains a working knowledge of applicable federal, state & local laws/regulations, Trinity Health Integrity & Compliance Program & Code of Conduct, as well as other policies, procedures & guidelines in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical & professional behavior & safe work practices. 

Functional Role (not inclusive of titles or advancement career progression) 

Tech / Support III – skilled: Licensed or certified role (direct healthcare) that supports the total peri-operative process; Provides intra-operative patient care to patients as directed by the Director of Nursing / Medical Director / Quality Committee(s); Anticipates surgeon’s needs in the use of medical supplies, instrumentation & equipment availability & readiness; Maintains a safe & clean operating room suite; Assists & / or ensures documentation & detailed records are kept; Performs essential duties & techniques appropriate to role / function / procedure; Participates in quality improvement processes; May serve as a resource (lead), role model & / or mentor. 

Minimum Qualifications 

High School diploma or GED; Current certification from accredited Surgical Technology program; At least one (1) year experience in a health care or military medical setting; Meets requirements for applicable state(s) of engagement.  

Additional Qualifications (nice to have) 

Physical & Mental Requirements & Working Conditions (General Summary) 

Direct Healthcare Services / Indirect Healthcare / Support Services:  

• Exposure to conditions which may be considered unpleasant to sight, touch, sound & / or smell.  Occasional 

• Exposure to fumes, odors, dusts, mists & gases, biohazards / hazards (mechanical, electrical, burns, chemicals, radiation, sharp objects, etc.).      Occasional 

• Exposure to or subject to noise, infectious waste, diseases & conditions.     Occasional 

• Exposure to interruptions, shifting priorities & stressful situations.      Occasional 

• Ability to follow tasks through to completion, understand & relate to complex ideas / concepts, remember multiple tasks & regimens over long periods of time & work on concurrent tasks / projects.     Frequent 

• Ability to read small print, hear sounds & voice / speech patterns, give / receive instructions & other verbal communications (in-person & / or over the phone / computer / device / equipment assigned) with some background noise.     Frequent 

• Perform manual dexterity activities & / or grasping / handling.     Frequent 

• Ability to climb, kneel, crouch & / or operate foot controls.     Occasional 

• Use a computer / other technology.     Frequent 

• Sit with the ability to vary / adjust physical position or activity.     Frequent 

• Maintain a safe working environment & use available personal protective equipment (PPE).     Continuous 

• Comply with Trinity Health’s Code of Conduct, policies, procedures & guidelines.     Continuous 

• Ability to provide assistance in the event of an emergency. Occasional 

Direct Healthcare Services: 

• Perform activities that require standing / walking with the ability to vary / adjust physical position or activity.     Continuous 

• Lift a maximum of 30 pounds unassisted.     Frequent  

• Use upper & lower extremities, engage in bending / stooping / reaching & pushing / pulling.     Frequent 

• Work indoors (subject to travel requirements) under temperature-controlled & well-lit conditions. Continuous 

• Encounter worksites (e.g., patient homes) or travel to worksites that may have variable internal & external environmental conditions.     Continuous 

• Perform work that involves physical efforts (e.g., transporting, moving, positioning & / or ambulating patients).     Continuous 

Indirect Healthcare / Support Services: 

• Perform activities that require standing / walking with the ability to vary / adjust physical position or activity.     Occasional 

• Lift a maximum of 30 pounds unassisted.     Occasional  

• Experience of long periods of walking / standing / stooping / bending / pulling & / or pushing.   Occasional 

• Encounter a clinical / patient facing / hands on interactive work environment.     Occasional 

• Work indoors (subject to travel requirements) under temperature-controlled & well-lit conditions.     Continuous 

• Work outdoors with variable external environmental conditions.      Occasional 

Average Workday Activity: Occasional - O (1% - 33%), Frequent - F (34% - 66%), Continuous - C (67% - 100%)