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We’re saving lives, building careers, and reimagining healthcare. We can’t wait to grow alongside you.Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community health care to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Healthcare, an expansive home care network and a large clinically integrated physician network, Tufts Medicine has more than 15,000 dedicated employees and caregivers. Lowell General Hospital is seeking Surgical Technicians to work in our Operating Rooms.Why Join Us? At Tufts Medicine, we’re more than a health system – we’re a community of the brightest minds and the biggest hearts in healthcare. We combine academic innovation with compassion and community. If that excites you, then you belong with us.We're excited to extend newly enhanced, highly competitive, sign-on bonusesCompetitive salaries & benefitsMedical, Dental and Vision benefits start day one403(b) Retirement with company matchTuition ReimbursementOpportunities for career growth and moreJob OverviewThis position is a proficient Surgical Technician who practices under the supervision of the surgical team in the Operating Room to deliver patient care throughout the perioperative experience. Assists the Surgeon during surgery by providing the appropriate instruments and in maintaining and organizing operating room equipment. Performs according to the policies, procedures, philosophy, and objectives of the department and hospital. Works cooperatively within department and other services to create a system of quality health care.Location: Lowell General Hospital - Lowell, MAHours: Full-time 40 hours - Days, Evenings, WeekendsMinimum Qualifications
Certified Surgical Technologist
Associates degree or Completion of Surgical Technician Certification Coursework required
1-2 years’ experience working as a Surgical Technician
LPN with Surgical Technician Certification/Experience
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.
Functions in a professional manner as the Surgical Technologist Operating Room on a wide variety and in all stages of surgical procedures.
Maintains strict aseptic technique during set-up, patient draping and during surgical procedure.
Scrubs on surgical cases, participates in surgery by organizing the instrumentation to the surgeon, participating in surgical counts.
Selects and prepares the appropriate instruments, supplies and equipment for surgical cases.
Performs all counts with the circulating nurse according to Operating Room policy.
Manages all intraoperative medications in accordance with Operating Room policy.
Manages surgical specimens according to Physician’s orders and Hospital policy.
Performs the role of Preceptor for staff in training.
About Lowell GeneralFor more than 125 years, Lowell General has served the Greater Lowell community with pride. We balance the first-rate care of a premier medical center with the warmth of a three-time Magnet®-recognized community hospital. As a member of our team, you’ll join over 3,000 dedicated care providers to offer complete, connected care, when and where patients need it mosTufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Care at Home - an expansive home care network, and large integrated physician network. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at Tufts Medicine. Tufts Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation by emailing us at [email protected] .
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