Certified Surgical Technologist

Position Overview:

At the Quatela Center for Plastic Surgery, the Lindsay House Surgery Center, Q the Medical Spa, and the Quatela Center for Hair Restoration, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care and transformative results in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery. Our team of renowned surgeons and skilled aestheticians is committed to enhancing the beauty and confidence of our patients through personalized treatment plans and cutting-edge techniques.

We're seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist to join our Lindsay House Surgery Center team. As a Certified Surgical Technologist, you will facilitate the operative or other invasive procedure by preparing and providing the required sterile instruments, supplies and equipment. This position maintains the sterile field and anticipates and responds to the needs of the surgical team.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Support the Organizational Culture "We create uplifting experiences that change people's lives". Culture is not tangible. It is comprised of values, beliefs, underlying assumptions and behaviors shared by a group of people. It is in the environment that surrounds you at work all the time. It shapes your work enjoyment, your work relationships, as well as work processes.
• Complies with facility policies and procedures and Regulatory requirements: State, Federal and Accreditation Body AAAHC – CMS - inclusive of corporate compliance
• Function as a surgical technologist during operative and other invasive procedures by
• assembling supplies and equipment required for the procedure
• preparing and organizing sterile supplies and instruments for the procedure
• performing accounting procedures in concert with the RN circulator
• assisting with placement of sterile drapes
• providing instruments and supplies to the surgical team during the procedure
• maintaining an organized sterile field
• ensuring sterility of the field and taking corrective actions as needed
• preparing sterile dressings.
• Clean and prepare surgical instruments for processing and transport them to the decontamination areas.
• Assist with postprocedure cleaning of the operative or other invasive procedure room and preparation of room for subsequent patients.
• Participate in ongoing educational and competency verification activities applicable to surgical technologist activities.
• Maintain privacy and confidentiality of individuals and health information.
• Ability to deal with stressful situations in a clear and calm manner.
• Responsiveness - Pursues work and related activities with a sense of personal pride and ownership for the outcome.
• Uses free time constructively by floating to other areas within surgical services if needed, organizing desk area/files completing inventory, stocking, expirations checks, cleaning and asking Clinical Director for assignments.
• Goes out of way to help others – going beyond kind gestures and job responsibilities. Recognized and regarded by customers and peers as someone who is considerate, compassionate and creates a pleasurable environment by being courteous.
• Assists in maintaining a high level of morale and motivation on the unit by working to maintain a rapport with peers, coworkers, medical staff and practice staff by utilizing good, honest communication techniques.
• Demonstrates strong, positive and professional communication and role modeling behaviors during all interactions.
• Assists with orientation of new personnel.
• Maintains required competencies, certifications (BLS), annual mandatories, annual health screen – tests and immunizations.
• Assists with developing and achieving facility annual goals including but not limited to quality measures, internal and external customer satisfaction

Qualifications:

Required:

• Graduate from an accredited surgical technology program
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST), if not grandfathered – letter proof from an accredited facility required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Basic computer skills

Preferred:

• 1+ year of perioperative services experience

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:

• Exposure to blood, sharp instruments and other devices, body fluids and tissue, communicable diseases, chemicals, radiation, and repetitive motions
• Full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients
• Manual and finger dexterity
• Hand and eye coordination
• Standing and walking for extensive periods of time
• Lifting and carrying items weighing up to 50 lbs
• Working under stressful conditions
• Working irregular hours

Working Hours & Location:

• On-site in Rochester, NY
• No travel is required for this role
• Working hours are variable:
• 32-40 scheduled hours weekly
• 3-4 days weekly based on surgery schedule

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, and vision insurance
• Supplementary benefit plans for hospital indemnity, critical illness, and accident insurance
• Safe Harbor 401k program
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth within a leading multi-disciplinary practice
• A collaborative and supportive work environment dedicated to excellence in patient care and service

All duties and responsibilities stated are essential job functions. Staff members may be required to perform additional job-related duties as assigned by management.

It is the policy of Lindsay House Surgery Center, LLC, to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.