Surgical Nursing Technical Assistant I at Rutland Regional Medical Center
Job Description
Surgical Nursing Technical Assistant I
The SNTA is trained to assist and support the Surgical Services of the OR Surgical Team, the patients, the Sterile Processing Team, and other hospital personnel teams including but not limited to the Surgical Service Line. The SNTA is considered an integral part of the Surgical Team performing a wide variety of tasks quickly and accurately. The SNTA appreciates the magnitude and scope of this position and its impact of proper function on the patients, the OR Surgical Team, the Surgical Service Line and the RRMC organization.
Minimum Education
- High School Graduate or Equivalent.
Minimum Work Experience
- 1 Year LNA experience in hospital setting.
- Prior experience in operating room or surgical setting.
- Prior experience with Electronic Medical Record desirable.
Required Licenses/Certifications
- Current Vermont State LNA License.
- BLS Certification through the American Heart Association.
Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
- Exhibits sound judgment and maintains composure under stressful conditions.
- Ability and willingness to take direction from and support multiple individuals in surgical suite.
- Ability to maintain professional demeanor in fast paced environment requiring high level of efficiency.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks at one time.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Demonstrated moderate knowledge of basic computer skills.
Pay Range = $21.96 - $31.99
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