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About the Role

This role focuses on providing medical and clinical support services to patients, specifically performing surgical services duties involving excision or incision of a patient's body. The position ensures a safe environment for patients undergoing invasive procedures or surgery, requiring specialized knowledge gained through education, training, and experience. This entry-level role involves routine tasks under close supervision.

Responsibilities

Assists in the set-up for specific surgical procedures, updating physician preference cards.
Sets up individual case carts with appropriate instruments and equipment for upcoming cases.
Performs the role of the scrub person during surgical procedures, maintaining aseptic technique and the sterile field.
Anticipates the surgeon’s needs, passes instruments, and demonstrates knowledge of anatomy.
Follows proper medication administration and maintains accurate counts of sponges, sharps, and instruments.
Carries out technical tasks other than cutting, clamping, and suturing of tissues.
Applies electrocautery to clamps under the supervision of the surgeon.
Adapts to changes in work schedule positively and professionally.
Demonstrates personal initiative in maintaining skill levels across all specialties.
Demonstrates cost consciousness in the care and use of equipment and supplies.
Functions effectively in emergency situations.
Assists in transferring the patient and prepares surgical specimens for the circulating nurse.
May assist anesthesiologists and other personnel in setting up equipment and obtaining supplies.
Assists in general cleaning of the Operating Room.
Provides on-call coverage as required by the Department.
Attends staff meetings and in-services related to the department.
Seeks experience to expand and maintain knowledge and skills.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology Program OR Massachusetts's Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
Surgical Technician certification through an accredited program or within 12 months of completing program.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Occasional lifting of 30-35 lbs and turning patients.
Prolonged standing and walking.
Occasional twisting, bending, reaching, pushing/pulling, sitting, kneeling, and squatting.
Requires manual dexterity using fine hand manipulations for performing procedures and computer keyboard.
Requires ability to see computer screen, reports, and perform assistance in procedures with accuracy.
Requires ability to hear instructions from physician and nursing staff.

Skills

Good interpersonal and organizational skills.
Ability to work with detailed, confidential material and information.
Computer experience.
Ability to follow directions and work with precision under pressure.
Maintains sensitivity, maturity, and flexibility in coping with difficult situations.
Demonstrates knowledge of operative procedures, equipment, and routine.

Location

MelroseWakefield Hospital

Work Type

Variable
per-diem
Full-time

Experience Level

Entry-level
Two (2) years of Operating Room Experience (Preferred)

Education Level

Vocational or technical education
High school diploma or equivalent
Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology Program OR Massachusetts's Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Salary/Compensations

$29.42 - $36.57

Benefits

Comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth.

About the Company

At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring.
Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.
The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role.
Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.