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Lake Region Healthcare Surgical Tech in Fergus Falls, Minnesota
The purpose of this position is to assist the RN/LPN to deliver care to our patients, stressing the importance of having the patient the center of our focus. In addition to providing patient care, the Surgical Technician will scrub surgical procedures, decontaminate the room and instruments between cases and work with the nursing staff preparing cases for the following day. The Surgical Technician is to be available for emergency surgery weekdays and weekends, as assigned. The Surgical Technician reports directly to the Department Director, OR Charge Nurse, and functions directly under the supervision of RNs in the department. The Surgical Technician has contact with neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric age patients, patient families, visitors, LRH employees, volunteers, administration, surgeons, dentists, students, and salespersons. Effective interpersonal and communication skills are essential for this position. The Surgical Technician must be able to follow instructions of licensed personnel, cooperate with others, and exercise initiative and judgement. Department Description: If you are interested in working in a professional, patient centered environment, Surgical Services will have exciting opportunities for you. By joining our team, you will become part of our close knit, dedicated staff who all share a passion for delivering quality patient care. Shifts: Day shifts + Call