Surgical Technologist - 90% D/E/N - Labor & Delivery Unit

Qualified candidates are eligible for a sign‑on bonus of $5,000!

The University of Iowa Health Care, department of Nursing, is seeking a Surgical Technologist to assist with surgical procedures, provide therapeutic, preventive and emergency patient care duties, and prepare, operate, and maintain routine and complex equipment, instruments, and supplies. All duties are performed under the direction of a registered professional nurse.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the surgical area for patient care and anticipate the needs of the surgical team.
• Apply knowledge related to emergency situations and surgical procedures in the operating room.
• Demonstrate understanding of principles of medical and surgical asepsis; recognize and communicate breaks in aseptic technique.
• Provide proper care and handling of equipment, instruments, supplies, and implants (E/I/S/I).
• Demonstrate knowledge of various surgical equipment and advanced surgical instrumentation.
• Demonstrate competency in performance of delegated technical functions and clinical activities, in accordance with institutional policies.
• Assist with the provision of patient care with regard to the patient's condition and age.
• Exhibit a high level of collaboration with peers in making decisions related to surgical patient care.
• Demonstrate critical‑thinking skills in relation to anticipating the needs of the patient and surgeon.
• Implement measures to prevent potential patient problems/complications and report unusual incidents.
• Assist with documentation according to department/division standard under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
• Perform computer functions within scope of role as defined by the individual unit.
• Serve as primary preceptor to orient new staff and/or student technologists to scrubbing duties.
• Serve as a mentor and positive role model to new employees and other surgical team members.
• Practice standard precautions in infection control in accordance with institutional policy.
• Follow changes in patient care protocol based on research findings.
• Participate in and contribute to unit staff meetings and in‑service programs.
• May participate in perioperative initiatives or shared governance committees.
• Perform other special projects and tasks as assigned.

Percent of Time : 90%

Schedule : 90% D/E/N 8‑ and 12‑hour shifts. Weekends as needed, holidays as assigned. No on‑call.

Location : John Pappajohn Pavilion (JPP)

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

Satisfactory completion of a vocational or military course in surgical technology, or certification as a Surgical Technologist.

Desired Qualifications

• Direct patient care experience in Labor & Delivery
• Experience working in a health care environment
• Strong written communication skills

Benefits

• Fringe benefit package including paid vacation, sick leave, health, dental, life and disability insurance options, and generous employer contributions to retirement plans.
• Relocation assistant available to qualified applicants.
• Shift differentials for evening and night.

Classifications

• Classification Title: Surgical Technologist
• Appointment Type: Merit
• Pay Level: 11

Contact

• Contact Name: Kiley Skay
• Contact Email: