Senior Certified Technologist Surgical Service- Lead for Hands, Plastics, Breast and Eyes
- Denver, CO
- $29.84-46.25 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
Where is your life journey taking you?Being the heartbeat of Denver means our heart reflects something bigger than ourselves, something that connects us all:Humanity in action, Triumph in hardship, Transformation in health.Department Operating RoomThe Denver Health Inpatient Operating Room is an 11-room, highly specialized surgical unit that provides 24/7 surgical care to patients with complex and high-acuity needs. Serving the community of Denver, the State of Colorado, and surrounding states, the unit supports a full spectrum of surgical services through continuous staffing, which minimizes the need for call while maintaining exceptional patient care.
Staffed by a highly experienced and skilled clinical team, the Inpatient OR specializes in a wide range of surgery services, including:
- General surgery
- Trauma
- Spine and Neurosurgery
- Bariatric
- Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT)
- Genitourinary and Gynecology (GU/GYN)
- Plastics and Hand
- Gender affirmation
- Pediatrics
- Oral maxillofacial and Dental
- Ophthalmology
- Orthopedics
- Oncology
- Vascular surgery
- CASE MANAGEMENT Utilizes the surgery schedule, patient chart and Surgical Preference Cards to prepare for upcoming surgical procedures by: analyzing block times, physician notes, diagnostic tests, previous surgeries, equipment availability, supply and instrument needs. Communicates with physicians when questions arise. Arranges for vendor support and specialty items (equipment, supplies, implants, etc.). Collaborates with leadership team when making staff assignments. Builds, maintains and makes updates to Surgical Preference Cards. (30%)
- LEADERSHIP Oversees the members of a surgical specialty service to ensure that it is performing effectively and providing optimal patient care. Proactively approaches each surgical case by: assessing patient needs, evaluating, planning, collaborating, and encouraging positive communication while directing the healthcare team. Visible in the operating rooms daily. Delegates tasks to promote a sense of “team work”. (20%)
- SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST Performs direct and indirect preoperative surgical care for pediatric, adult, geriatric and vulnerable patient populations. Scrubs for minor/major/complex surgical procedures. Responsible for procurement and handling of instrumentation, supplies and equipment needed for surgical procedures. Utilizes knowledge, training and skills to anticipate the needs of the surgeon and ensure quality patient care. (15%)
- PROJECTS Identifies new projects aimed at improving systems and processes in the operating room. Defines, plans, communicates, executes, delegates and manages project from start to finish. (15%)
- MANAGEMENT OF EQUIPMENT, INSTRUMENTS AND SUPPLIES Ascertains the availability of equipment, instruments and supplies by collaborating with the leadership team, vendors and internal auxiliary departments. Participates in and gathers data for new or replacement equipment. Assists and collaborates with SPD to build and maintain instrument sets. Arranges for broken or damaged items to be repaired or replaced. Researches and arranges for the use of new technology, equipment and supplies. Directly communicates with vendors and internal auxiliary departments to request quotes, place requisitions and establish Lawson numbers. Reports supply chain issues and requests substitute items. (10%)
- EDUCATION, MENTOR AND PRECEPT Facilitates learning by assisting staff to meet service specific technical and professional objectives. Arranges schedules, serves as an evaluator, providing feedback, support and guidance. Coordinates and conducts service specific education and training about equipment, supplies and instrumentation. (i.e. daily huddle, Monday morning in-service, bi-annual Skills Day, fast talks). Develops training/resource tools (visual, hands on, etc.) utilizing the preoperative SharePoint site to preserve training materials. (10%)
- High School Diploma or GED Required and
- Post High School Diploma or Certificate Program Certification from an accredited Surgical Technology program Required
- 1-3 years Typically, three years’ experience as a Surgical Technologist Required
- BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross Required and
- CST-Certified Surgical Technologist - NBSTSA - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting Required and
- Surgical Technologist - DORA - Department of Regulatory Agencies Required
- Knowledge of the Denver Health mission and values of Trust, Respect and Excellence, state regulatory standards and operating room policies and standard work protocol.
- Communications and Interpersonal Skills – clearly convey needs and establish rapport with physicians, co-workers and auxiliary staff.
- Professional and Courteous Demeanor
- Critical Thinking – using logic and reasoning for daily case management and staff support.
- Active Listening – giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting in at inappropriate times.
- Judgement and Decision Making – considering the surgical needs of the patient and the optimal patient outcome.
- Service Oriented – actively looking for ways to help teams.
- Leadership – respecting professional standards, hospital and departmental policies and standards of care.
- Research – ability to leverage resources to acquire needed information.
- Mentor and Precept – desire to share knowledge, experience and insights and use them to help other people grow in their professions.
- Work Independently and Collaboratively - prioritizing workloads to meet deadlines.