Surgical Technologist Program Coordinator

• Coordinates technical aspects for the surgical technology clinical rotation at Advocate Aurora facilities.
• Assess surgical tech program for satisfaction, outcomes and continuous quality improvement. Provide that feedback to the school.
• Partners closely with students to understand their interests, gear their experiences towards those areas of interest and partner with surgery leadership to look at potential opportunities for the students upon graduation. Will partner with Talent Acquisition and department leadership to assist in the recruitment process.
• Observe surgical tech students while in cases, to provide guidance, education, and follow up as needed.
• Will assess educational needs and ensure competency standards are met.
• Coordinates the activities of the school with School Instructors, Surgery leadership and department staff.
• Identify gaps in didactic material of current Surgical Technology Programs and providing additional education necessary to close the gap.
• Will provide support to surgical tech students located within the Greater Milwaukee patient service area, so will require travel to various facilities.
• Based on volumes, may function as a Surgical Technologist as needed.
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department’s policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required:

• Surgical Technologist (CST) certification issued by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA), and
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.

Education Required:

• Completion of an accredited or approved program in Surgical Technology.

Experience Required:

• Typically requires 5 years of experience in Surgical Technologist position with current operating room experience including but not limited to circulating and scrubbing.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Formal or informal educational experience preferred.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Self-motivated, well organized, and creative in providing educational experiences.
• Capacity to collaborate with all disciplines and work with all levels of learners to provide a successful experience in educating the adult learner.
• Proven success in participating in preceptorships and developing others.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• Must be able to withstand a very stressful and fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to:
• lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist.
• lift up to 20 lbs. over the head.
• carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance.
• Must be able to:
• push/pull with 30 lbs. of force.
• perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present.
• Required to use foot pedals on carts or machines.
• Exposed to the following hazards on a continuous basis: mechanical, electrical, chemical, radiation, blood and body fluids.
• Must have functional sight and hearing.
• Required to wear masks, gloves, goggles, and gowns.
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders and twist frequently during work shift.
• Must be able to operate all equipment essential to performing the duties of the job.

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.