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Surgical Tech II: Labor & Delivery - Per Diem

Albany Medical Center · US

Department/Unit: Labor & Delivery - D6E Work Shift: Per Diem (United States of America) Salary Range: $54,690. 00 - $82,035. 00 Surgical Technologists are al...

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Department/Unit: Labor & Delivery - D6E Work Shift: Per Diem (United States of America) Salary Range: $54,690.00 - $82,035.00 Surgical Technologists are allied health professionals, who are an integral part of the team of practitioners providing surgical care to patients. Surgical technologists work under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN) and a surgeon to facilitate surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the patient safety is maintained. The surgical technologist handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure. He/she has an understanding of the procedure and anticipates the need of the surgeon. He/she is constantly on vigil for maintenance of the sterile field. The Surgical Technologist is able to function independently in the scrub role, and function as a circulator under the supervision of the Registered Professional Nurse. This position may require on-call duties and rotating shifts as well. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: - Maintain sterile field - Prepare operating rooms and assists with patient positioning as needed - Inspect sterile items...