Vascular Technologist - $30-50 per hour
| Estimated Pay | $16 per hour |
|---|---|
| Hours | Part-time |
| Location | Tucson, Arizona |
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About this job
Banner Health is seeking a Vascular Technologist for a job in Tucson, Arizona.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Vascular Technologist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Duration: Ongoing
- Employment Type: Staff
Primary City/State:
Tucson, ArizonaDepartment Name:
Surg-HospWork Shift:
VariedJob Category:
Clinical CareBanner Health has been recognized by Becker’s Healthcare as one of the 150 top places to work in health care. In addition, we recently made Newsweek’s list of America’s Greatest Workplaces 2023 for Diversity.
These recognitions reflect Banner Health's investment in team members' professional development, wellness benefits, and continued education. It highlights our commitment to advocating for diversity in the workplace, promoting work-life balance, and boosting employee engagement.
As a Surgical Technologist Coordinator - Vascular, you will bring your experience and passion for health care to our Surgery department! We currently have a full-time position, working Monday - Friday, varied hours, with some call required.
Call and holiday rotations are required in this role. Enjoy a flat rate of $5/call, $3/hour weekend shift differential and an 18%-night shift differential, when applicable.
See the Benefits Guide under the Total Rewards section of this posting, to learn more about our great benefit package!
Take a virtual tour of a unit at Banner – University Medical Center Tucson.
University Medical Center Tucson Banner - University Medical Center Tucson is nationally recognized for providing exceptional patient care, teaching future health-care professionals and conducting groundbreaking research. Also located on the campus is Diamond Children's - recognized for its specialized pediatric services including neonatal and intensive care, emergency medicine and cancer therapies. Banner - University Medical Center Tucson is a Level 1 Trauma Center, meaning we care for the most critically injured patients. The hospital is consistently listed among the nation's top hospitals in the prestigious Best Hospitals ranking by U.S. News & World Report. The hospital's physicians are full-time faculty of the University of Arizona College of Medicine - Tucson. Our specialty services include comprehensive heart and cancer care, advanced neuroscience techniques and a multi-organ transplant program.POSITION SUMMARY
This position selects and places surgical instruments, supplies and equipment during surgery. Scrubs and provides instruments, sutures, and other sterile supplies during surgical procedure. Serves as an informal leader to Surg Technol team, supporting the clinical work of the department.
CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Prepares for surgical procedures. Pulls appropriate instruments and supplies and ensures good working order of instruments. Reviews case carts for correct instruments and supplies. Plans ahead for upcoming surgical case needs.
2. Anticipates the surgeon's needs. Passes instruments and retracts tissue.
3. Demonstrates the principles of aseptic technique and universal precautions throughout the procedure. Disposes of sharps and trash and places used supplies into case cart for processing. Participates in counting of sharps, instruments and sponges. Prepares instruments for cleaning following each case.
4. Ensures that all surgeon preference cards and pick lists are accurate. Evaluates quality and safety, seeking opportunities for improvement in patient care
5. Assists with OR turnover between cases. Participates in stocking, replenishing supplies and cleaning operating rooms.
6. May provide business support to the department including assigned administrative tasks.
7. Provides clinical oversight for supplies, instruments and efficiency. Manages preference cards in coordination with key stakeholders involved. Ensures that all surgeon preference cards and pick lists are accurate. Evaluates quality and safety, seeking opportunities for improvement in patient care This role would serve as a point of contact for physicians, supply chain services and other stakeholders to help develop the clinical rationale for new products or equipment.
8. Facilitates educational and onboarding support for new surg tech hires, physicians, resident physicians, students.
9. This position follows safety procedures in regard to medication labeling, appropriate handling of specimens, appropriate handling of sharps, time-out procedure, radiation and laser safety, infection control, assembling and disassembling instruments. Participates in emergency call rotation. Internal customers are patients, surgeons, and nursing staff. External customers may include practicing physicians and patient families.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma/GED and current basic life support certification.
Certified as a surgical technologist with one to two years of experience OR three to four years of experience in a surgical technologist role.
Where applicable must be registered with State Regulatory Agency.
The position requires manual dexterity and the ability to maintain professional decorum in highly stressful emergent situations. The position requires the ability to be conscientious, organized, and orderly and the ability to respond quickly to the needs of the surgeon and patient. Must stay abreast of new developments in the field.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.
EOE/Female/Minority/Disability/Veterans
Our organization supports a drug-free work environment.
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