The Iowa Clinic

ASC Scrub Tech (Full-Time)

The Iowa Clinic  •  Waukee, IA (Onsite)  •  3 months ago
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Job Description

The Iowa Clinic has an exciting opportunity to be a part of a team at our new ambulatory surgery center. Conveniently located near I-80 in Waukee, this state-of-the-art, 21,000 sq. ft. ASC offers same-day joint replacement, orthopedic, sports medicine, foot and ankle, plastics, pain management surgery and a cardiac catheterization lab in an out-patient setting. We are looking for experienced professionals who enjoy being a part of a close-knit team and who align with our ACT values – Accountability, Compassion and Teamwork. A Day in the Life of ASC Surgical Technologist…The Surgical Technologist for the Ambulatory Surgery Center will be primarily responsible for ensuring proper care and use of surgical instruments and assisting surgeons during procedures.Essential Functions:
  • Coordinates activities with the RN’s and other co-workers in planning and implementing care in the OR. 
  • Assists the circulating nurse with patient care activities like positioning, prep, and transport. 
  • Responsible for maintaining the integrity, safety, and efficiency of the sterile field. Uses aseptic technique to arrange instruments and supplies and assist the surgeon throughout the surgery by providing sterility of instrumentation. 
  • Performs instrument and sponge counts. 
  • Demonstrates correct technique in instruments, suture, specimen, in addition to medication handling and labeling. Disposes of hazardous waste appropriately. 
  • Follows all standards of performance guidelines established by the surgery center. Assumes accountability for enhancing own knowledge through professional associations, journals, workshops, in-services, etc., to proactively keep updated on sterile processing techniques. Maintains awareness of applicable laws and/or regulations and remains current on changes. Recognizes implications of applicable laws and/or regulations to the department and implements or recommends courses of action to ensure compliance. 
 Minimum Requirements:·         Surgical Technologist Certification. Mandatory reporter Training certification·         High School Diploma or equivalent required·         Graduate from an approved surgical technology program·         Minimum of 2 years’ operating room experience preferred. Bonus points if… 
  •  You love exceeding people’s expectations. 
  •  You enjoy having fun where you work 
  •  Finding meaningful connections is what you live for 
Know someone else who might be a great fit for this role? Share it with them!  What’s in it for you? 
  •  One of the best 401(k) programs in central Iowa, including employer match and profit sharing 
  •  Employee incentives to share in the Clinic’s success 
  •  Generous PTO accruals and paid holidays. 
  •  Health, dental, and vision insurance 
  •  Quarterly volunteer opportunities through a variety of local nonprofits 
  •  Training and development programs 
  •  Opportunities to have fun with your colleagues, including TIC night at the Iowa Cubs, employee appreciation tailgate party, Adventureland day, State Fair tickets, annual holiday party, drive-in movie night… we could go on and on 
  •  Monthly departmental celebrations, jeans days, and clinic-wide competitions 
  •  Employee rewards and recognition program 
  •  Health and wellness program with up to $350/year in incentives 
  •  Employee feedback surveys 
 All employee meetings, team huddles, and transparent communication
The Iowa Clinic

About The Iowa Clinic

The Iowa Clinic is the largest physician owned multi-specialty group in Central Iowa with more than 250 physicians and healthcare providers practicing in 40+ specialties. The Iowa Clinic partners with local medical centers and hospitals to provide leading edge healthcare to the patients of Central Iowa. Our physicians and staff are committed to providing the highest quality of medical care while ensuring exceptional customer service. There is a choice when it comes to their healthcare which is why we strive to consistently meet the needs and surpass the expectations of our patients.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
501-1,000 employees
Headquarters
West Des Moines, IA
Year Founded
1994
Website
iowaclinic.com
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