Surgical Tech, OR, South Hosptial, 630a-3p

As a Surgical Tech at UofL Health – South Hospital, your key responsibilities include assembling and sterilizing instruments and preparing the operating room for various procedures. You'll also scrub in for surgeries, ensure all necessary supplies are readily available, assist in positioning patients, and maintain strict sterile techniques throughout each operation.

To qualify as a Surgical Tech at UofL Health – South Hospital, you'll need a High School Diploma or GED, along with Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Additionally, you should have completed an accredited surgical technician program or have equivalent training from military backgrounds, or similar hospital programs.

Yes, the Surgical Tech position at UofL Health – South Hospital requires being on call. This ensures that our operating room team is ready to respond at a moment's notice for emergency procedures, which is a crucial part of maintaining patient care and operational efficiency.

Surgical Techs at UofL Health – South Hospital enjoy competitive pay, paid vacation, sick days, and holidays. Additionally, there are great benefits such as free tuition for employees and their family members, a 401K plan with employer matching, and a supportive work environment that encourages professional growth.

The Surgical Tech role at UofL Health – South Hospital is full-time, working Monday through Friday from 6:30 AM to 3 PM. This schedule allows for consistent workflow and collaboration with the surgical team while ensuring that you have time for personal commitments.

When preparing for surgery, I ensure that I gather and sterilize all necessary instruments and supplies, check equipment functionality, and set up the sterile field. I also communicate with the surgical team to confirm that we have everything needed for a successful operation.

I have extensive experience with sterile techniques from my training, which involved thorough instruction on maintaining aseptic conditions. I regularly practice these techniques in my prior roles and prioritize infection control protocols in every surgical setting.

In a high-stress operating room, I focus on staying calm by prioritizing organization and communication. I find that maintaining a methodical approach and being attentive to the needs of my colleagues helps to alleviate stress and ensures that procedures run smoothly.

A Surgical Tech plays a vital role in patient safety by ensuring that all instruments are sterile, maintaining the integrity of the sterile field, and assisting surgeons as needed. Our actions directly contribute to minimizing the risk of infection and other complications during surgeries.

I regularly attend workshops, pursue online courses, and stay updated with the latest surgical practices and technologies. Joining professional organizations is also valuable, as it provides access to resources and networking opportunities that keep me informed.

In a previous role, there was a situation when a last-minute surgery was scheduled. I coordinated closely with the surgical team, ensuring that we had all instruments prepared and that everyone was clear about their roles, which resulted in a successful procedure.

If I observed a colleague not following sterile techniques, I would calmly and discretely address it immediately by reminding them of the protocol. It’s essential to uphold safety standards, and clear communication can help ensure everyone's focus remains on patient care.

I am excited about the opportunity to work at UofL Health – South Hospital because of its commitment to community health and the chance to be part of a new facility that will greatly impact our local area. The values of the hospital align with my own professional philosophy, making this an ideal fit for me.

My strengths as a Surgical Tech include attention to detail, ability to remain calm under pressure, and strong communication skills. These attributes enable me to perform effectively during surgeries, ensuring that I can support the surgical team best.

In a busy surgical environment, I prioritize tasks by assessing the needs of the surgical team and the procedures at hand. I remain flexible while ensuring that critical tasks related to patient safety and maintaining sterile conditions are always addressed first.