Surgical Technologist iFlex Internal Agency
Company: Intermountain Healthcare
Location: Salt Lake City
Posted on: May 9, 2024
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Job Description:
Job Description:The OR Technician-iFlex (ORTi) is part of
Intermountain's internal travel agency for assignments. ORTi
caregivers are expected to float if not needed at assigned
facility. The ORTi performs various duties as a member of the
surgical team to ensure a safe and successful operative procedure.
This position functions under the supervision of a Registered Nurse
and directly reports to Surgical Services management.It is expected
that the ORTi will support system wide and surgical operations
initiatives and practices. In addition, this person will actively
participate in the surgical operations safety plan as outlined.May
be required to take call.This job is right for you if you have the
flexibility to travel to different parts of Utah and Idaho for 8-13
weeks assignments. You must feel comfortable working on multiple
units within surgical services (operating room).Pay will be
competitive with local and national travel Surgical Technologist
(OR Tech) rates. We will evaluate pay every quarter and adjust
based on market trends. Each assignment will have a consistent pay
rate.Housing reimbursement up to $2,500 per month.All iFlex
employees will be expected to travel to all geographies and able to
work at all Intermountain sites.The OR Technician-iFlex (ORTi) has
accountability for ensuring the operating room and all surgical
items meet sterilization criteria. This person maintains the
sterile field and a safe environment. The tech recognizes and
addresses sharps and fire safety processes. The ORTi prepares the
operating room and instruments for the surgical procedure. The ORTi
may assist with sterile processing. This tech will assist the
surgeon(s) during the procedure but stays within the ORTi scope of
practice. The ORTi is able to identify emergency situations and
exercise judgement when implementing procedures to respond to
emergencies. On completion of the procedure, the tech will assist
with room turnover, cleaning, and prepare for the next
procedure.SpecificsPay Rate: $70 per hour based on work location
and skillset needed for each location (We will evaluate pay every
quarter and adjust based on market trends. Each assignment will
have a consistent pay rate).Benefits: Limited benefits
availableLocation: Intermountain Hospitals in Utah and Idaho (8-13
week assignments)Minimum QualificationsBasic Life Support (BLS)
certification for healthcare providers.Completion of an accredited
Operating Room Technician program (ORT)Or graduated from a
non-accredited surgical tech program within the past six months,
but not currently eligible to sit for Tech in Surgery exam (NCCT)Or
two years of scrub tech experience in hospital or military surgical
services within the last three years.Or hired into a role
specifically for on the job training in a rural hospital.Or
International training equivalent and legally authorized to work in
the United States.Preferred QualificationsActive National
Certification as an OR Tech in Surgery or Certified Surgical
Technologist. Certification is expected within the timeframe
outlined below. Managers will need to meet with new hires and
determine certification course, projected certification window, and
track progress.Surgical Technologists who graduated from an
accredited program must certify within one year of hire (may use
either NBSTSA or NCCT certification).Surgical Technologists who
have graduated from non-accredited programs or completed on-the-job
or military training, need to certify as soon as possible. This can
be done upon graduation or, according to the NCCT requirements,
take beyond one year in order to meet worked hours (> 6000) and
case tracking requirements.Physical Requirements:Additional Job
DescriptionOngoing need for employee to see and read information,
labels, sterile indicator tags, colors, assess patient needs,
operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.- and -Frequent
interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors
that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and
understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly
and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.- and
-Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and
delicate equipment and instruments with precision and accuracy.
This includes computer use and typing for documentation, accessing
needed information, medication preparation, etc.- and -Expected to
lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will
also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment.
Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including
heavy items.- and -Need to walk and assist with
transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing
supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and
portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to
navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on
the floor, etc.).- and -May be expected to stand in a stationary
position with personal protective equipment for an extended period
of time.Anticipated job posting close
date:05/10/2024Location:Intermountain Medical CenterWork
City:MurrayWork State:UtahScheduled Weekly Hours:40The hourly range
for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent
upon experience.$7.25 - $999.99We care about your well-being -
mind, body, and spirit - which is why we provide our caregivers a
generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to
foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living
healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.Learn more about our
comprehensive benefits packages for our Idaho, Nevada, and Utah
based caregivers , and for our Colorado, Montana, and Kansas based
caregivers ; and our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion
.Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified
applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard
to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran
status.
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