Falls Church, Virginia
Category: Allied
Contract - Full Time
Job ID: 764156
Work Setting: Healthcare
Contract Duration: N/A Weeks
Est. Pay: N/A
Posted Date: 4/8/2024
Falls Church, Virginia
Work Setting: Healthcare
Category: Allied
Contract Duration: N/A Weeks
Contract - Full Time
Est. Pay: N/A
Job ID: 764156
Posted Date: 4/8/2024
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$62/hr - local rate
$31/hr + $1785/wk stipends - travel rate
$4.80/hr - on call rate
40hrs/wk
4x10hr shifts
Days and Nights available
Certifications- BLS (must be AHA) required. CST and VA state registration required at time of submittal.
Candidates must have 2 years recent scrub experience in complex cardiac, thoracic and vascular cases.
These include, but are not limited to, the following: Coronary Artery Bypass, Ascending Aortic Aneurysms, Valve Repair and Replacement, Structural Heart Procedures (TAVR, Mitraclip), Thoracic Organ (Heart and Lung) Transplant, ECMO, Ventricular Assist Devices, redo and emergent cases. Adult scrub experience required, pediatric scrub experience a plus.
Ability to multitask and apply critical thinking skills a must. Numerous research protocols- ongoing. Overtime may be necessary.
Call is required approx. 1-2 12 hour shift M-F and 1 weekend per month.
The Surgical Technician/Tissue Processing Technician isresponsible for the sterilization of surgical equipment, arrange surgicalequipment and adjust medical tools to ensure that the surgical devices arefunctioning properly.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Places equipment and supplies in operating room and arrangesinstruments, according to instructions Assists team members to place and position patient on table Scrubs arms and hands and dons gown and gloves Aids team to don gowns and gloves Maintains supply of fluids, such as plasma, saline, blood,and glucose for use during operation Hands instruments and supplies to surgeon, holds retractors,cuts sutures, and performs other tasks as directed by the surgeon duringoperation. Puts dressings on patient following surgery Counts sponges, needles, and instruments before and afteroperation Washes and sterilizes equipment, using germicides andsterilizers Cleans operating room Performs other duties as assigned/necessaryMinimum Requirements:
Surgical Technologist certification as applicable per stateand/or client requirement One year experience as a Surgical Technician preferred(Tissue Processing Technologist – only) Degree in biology related field which includes a degree /certification as a Surgical Technologist preferred Complies with all relevant professional standards ofpractice Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency programwhen applicable Current CPR if applicable TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation) Must meet all federal, state and local requirements Successful completion of new hire training as applicable tojob site Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAArequirements Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to andfrom appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors,co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in theEnglish language is required Computer proficiency required Must be at least 18 years of age Benefits At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits: Competitive pay & weekly paychecks Health, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) savings plan Awards and recognition programs *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.About Amergis Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.
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