Surgical Technician -TOSH - Sign-on Bonus

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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.

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Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED PlusGraduate of an NBSTSA-accredited Surgical Technology program OR NCCT-approved Surgical Technology programOR Completed military surgical/scrub tech training OR Have two or more years of on-the-job surgical/scrub experience in an acute care facility or ambulatory surgery center

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1 year Operating room experience (preferred in Orthopedics)

• Scrub Tech Certification

• Orthopedic experience

Additional Information:

Responsibilities

• Ensures availability of appropriate instrumentation, supplies and equipment for assigned cases.

• Ensures that the room has been prepared for the upcoming cases, with appropriate equipment available and ready for surgical use.

• Ensures that the instruments are cleaned arranged and transported to the soiled workroom according to department policy;

• independently assists with instrument reprocessing tasks when assigned cases are completed and time permits;

• Ensures that the operating rooms are case-ready for the following day's cases;

• Exhibits practical knowledge of OR equipment including maintenance and safety aspects.

• Utilizes available communication tools;

• demonstrates teamwork by offering assistance to other team members;

• Shares knowledge information and expertise with other staff;

• attends departmental in-services and other educational offerings;

• Consistently demonstrates new knowledge and skills through incorporation into actual clinical practice.

• Willing to learn new techniques.

• With any other duties assigned

Customer Service: Interacts with, and assists, the public in a professional and friendly manner as needed. Demonstrates effective communication skills; communicates accurate and complete information; maintains strict confidentiality when necessary. Demonstrates positive working relationships with co-workers, management team, and ancillary departments; follows the Core Concepts of Patient and Family Centered Care and the Basic Code of Conduct Guidelines. Assists internal and external stakeholders, as needed, with exceptional customer service.

Physical Requirements:

• Stand: Frequently

• Sit: Occasionally

• Walk: Frequently

• Bend, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop or reach overhead: Occasionally

• Lift and carry weight: 25+ lbs.

• Push and pull weight: 25+ lbs.

• Use hands to touch, handle or feel: Frequently

• Talk: Frequently

• Hear: Continuously

• Taste or smell: Occasionally

• Read, concentrate, and think analytically: Continuously

• Physical Environment: Inside Medical Facility Environment

• Noise Level: Moderate

• Visual Requirements: Color discrimination, Near visual acuity

• Hazards: Biological, Chemical, Fumes/Gases/Odors, Radiation, Sharp objects/tools

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Salary Information:

Required Documents to Apply:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edufor any recruiting relatedquestions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.