Travel Surgical Tech - $2,463 per week in Bozeman, MT

Surgical Technologist Profession: Nursing Specialty: Surgical Technologist Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 10-12 hour shifts depending on needs Hours per Shift: 40 Experience: Minimum 2 years License: High School Diploma or Equivalent Certifications: American Heart Association BLS, Certified Surgical Technologist Must-Have: Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist program or equivalent military surgical technologist program Description: The Surgical Technologist functions in the role of scrub person. Works under the supervision of the surgeon and the registered nurse to ensure that the operating room environment is safe. Ensures equipment functions properly and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. Must possess expertise in the theory and application of surgical technique, human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation of tools and technologies to facilitate safe care of the patient during invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures. Responsible for assuring completion of case carts according to preference cards. Recognizes and interprets preference cards for the procurement of instruments and supplies. Communicates clearly with operating room staff and sterile processing staff members to coordinate instrumentation throughout the day for scheduled and non-scheduled cases. Reviews daily schedule with the charge nurse and the day coordinator of sterile processing, identifying possible turnover delays and scheduling issues. Assumes responsibility for the core phone and communications inherent with the position, delegating duties accordingly and coordinating breaks and lunches with appropriate individuals. Acts as a resource for the departments of sterile processing and surgical services for the procurement of necessary items, both supply and instrumentation, for scheduled and non-scheduled surgical procedures. Communicates and coordinates with materials management regarding supply utilization and deployment. Must be willing to float to labor and delivery if needed. Holiday coverage is required.