Surgical Technologist

Are you on the job market for a full time role? Medix is hiring a Surgical Technician to work for a Surgery Center in McLean, VA that specializes in Orthopedics. If you are looking for a new and exciting opportunity, see below for more information!

Requirements:

• National Surgical Tech Certification and VA State License
• BLS Required
• Minimum 1 year of Surgical Tech experience, preferably in an Orthopedic setting
• Surgery Center experience highly preferred

Overview of Responsibilities:

Preoperative Duties:

• Don surgical attire, PPE, and perform surgical scrub.
• Gather and check necessary supplies, equipment, and medications.
• Set up sterile back table and Mayo stand with instruments.
• Perform initial instrument, sharps, and sponge counts with circulator.
• Assist with gowning, gloving, draping, and sterile field establishment.
• Participate in time-out and site verification.
• Secure sterile accessories and tubing.

Intraoperative Duties:

• Prepare and anticipate additional instruments and supplies.
• Pass instruments and supplies to the surgeon.
• Measure and pass medications, hemostatic agents, and solutions.
• Assist with retractor holding, sponging, suctioning, and electrocautery.
• Cut suture material and coordinate robotic arms/instruments.
• Maintain sterile technique and perform additional counts.
• Prepare dressings, immobilization devices, and handle specimens.
• Clean instruments for sterilization and assist with room turnover.
• Participate in debriefing and quality improvement.

Additional Duties:

• Review patient chart, verify surgery, and assist with patient transfer.
• Monitor patient comfort, assist with anesthesia and positioning.
• Apply grounding pad, tourniquets, and assist with skin prep.
• Perform counts, record keeping, and specimen care.
• Secure dressings, assist with post-op transport, and urinary catheterization.
• Update surgeon preferences and ensure accurate records.

Other Information:

• Pay: 40.00/Hr - 52.00/Hr (based on experience)
• Schedule: Begin at 6:30 AM, could work 4 10s or 5 8s, shift will vary (will know schedule 6 weeks in advance)
• Will report to OR manager and Nursing Director

For California Applicants:

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO) , and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA).

This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.