Summary Functions under the AST guidelines for performance. Handles instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure. Assists surgical team during operation/procedure by arranging, inventoring and maintaining sterile set up for operation, and passes items as needed. Assists in preparation of surgical suite, moving patients, and in cleaning. Provides aid in exposure, homeostasis, and other technical functions that will help the surgeon carry out safe operation with optimal results for the patient within AST standards. Performs other duties as assigned. Responsibilities + Assists in performance of procedures for the surgical patient in a manner consistent with established policies and procedures. + Assists in providing intraoperative care. + Provides and utilizes equipment and supplies based on patient needs in a safely and adequate manner. + Performs activities that demonstrate technical accountability. + Participates in ongoing educational activities. + Completes assigned goals. Requirements, Preferences and Experience Education Minimum: Hold current national certification through appropriate/approved accreditation body as required by state where services are rendered. BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE Experience Minimum: Three (3) years of Surgical Technologist experience in an operating room or Certification through an approved accreditation body as required by the state in which services are rendered. Licensure, Registration, Certification Minimum: BLS certification within 14 days of hire date Special Skills Minimum: Computer literacy. Be a member of a professional organization. Training Minimum: 20 hours of continuing education annually About Baptist Memorial Health Care At Baptist, we owe our success to our colleagues, who have both technical expertise and a compassionate attitude. Every day they carry out Christ's three-fold ministry-healing, preaching and teaching. And, we reward their efforts with compensation and benefits packages that are highly competitive in the Mid-South health care community. For two consecutive years, Baptist has won a Best in Benefits award for offering the best benefit plans compared with their peer groups. Winners are chosen based on plan designs, premiums and the results of a Benefits Benchmarking Survey. At Baptist, We Offer: + Competitive salaries + Paid vacation/time off + Continuing education opportunities + Generous retirement plan + Health insurance, including dental and vision + Sick leave + Service awards + Free parking + Short-term disability + Life insurance + Health care and dependent care spending accounts + Education assistance/continuing education + Employee referral program Job Summary: Position: 11738 - Technologist-Surgical II Facility: BMH - Crittenden Hospital Department: CR OR Operating Room BMH Crittenden Category: Clinical Technician/Technologist Type: Clinical Work Type: Full Time Work Schedule: Days Location: US:AR:West Memphis Located in the Memphis metro area REQNUMBER: 20011