Surgical/Scrub Tech - Labor & Delivery

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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.

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Required: 

High School Diploma/GED

Must be a Graduate of an Accredited Surgical Technologist Program or  

one year of previous experience as a Surgical Scrub Technologist. 

Excellent communication skills

Strong work ethics, and accountability.

 Preferred:

2 years of previous experience as a Surgical Scrub Technologist with current BLS.

Employees in this role must be fitted for, capable of donning and performing routine tasks in personal protective equipment to include N95 masks, Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPR) or Controlled Air Purifying Respirators (CAPR).

This position is subject to a pre-employment criminal background check and drug screen.  A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant. 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. 

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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 use.

• Ensures that the instruments are cleaned arranged and transported to the soiled utility room 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.

• Admits and discharges patients, ensure front desk logs and phone books are maintained, and manage infant security system alarms as needed.

• Sets up rooms in preparation for new admissions, ensure ante-rooms and patient rooms are stocked and complete other duties as assigned.

• 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.

• Participates in continuing education by completing the required staff development hours annually and in professional/institutional advancement of self and co-workers.

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Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

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Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

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. 

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