Surgical Technologist Careers & Job Training

The fastest way to jump start your future.

Find Schools

Surgical Technologist

Home
Career Details

Exciting career opportunities that graduates of an allied health school may be prepared to work as a medical assistant, sonographer, paramedic, massage therapist,or medical office biller. Careers in the allied health field are diverse and with additional training can lead to a variety of rewarding career opportunities within the Healthcare field

Top 10 Jobs

Cath Lab Technologist - (Cath Lab Tech)
Details: Job Description & RequirementsCath Lab Technologist - (Cath Lab Tech)StartDate: 05/20/2013 The cath lab technologist assists in invasive cardiac procedures, with job duties that include preparing patients for procedures; positioning equipment for testing; and scrubbing, monitoring, circulating, and completing diagnostic reports for the physician.Required QualificationsRETURNING TRAVELER WAS CALLED BACKAbout the FacilityThe largest private hospital in its city, this healthcare facility offers services in primary, secondary and tertiary care from a highly experienced surgical staff, and has been named one of the United States’ best hospitals for heart and heart surgery and hormonal disorders. Facility LocationWith its impressive memorials, museums, sprawling parks and cherry blossom-lined avenues, Washington, D.C. and its surrounding areas, is always a popular destination for traveling health care professionals. Aside from this region’s renowned medical facilities and career-enhancing opportunities, visitors enjoy indulging in the many cultural attractions and festivities that the nation’s capital has to offer.Job BenefitsOur travel assignments typically last 13 weeks, and offer: Competitive pay rates Free, quality, private housing Medical, Dental, Vision 401(k) and Flex Spending Life Insurance Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage Free Continuing Education Refer a friend and earn extra cash!About the CompanyClub Staffing, an AMN Healthcare company, is the leader in allied healthcare staffing, with thousands of travel positions available throughout the United States. We’re dedicated to meeting the unique needs of each allied healthcare professional—whether it's travel, per diem, temp-to-perm, or permanent. We also offer more therapist, laboratory and medical imaging jobs in more places than other travel companies.cath lab technologist, cardiac, invasive cardiac, diagnostic reports, cardiac cath lab, cath lab, allied, allied health, healthcare, health care, cath, catheterization, hospital, medical, patient care, RCVT...
Ultrasound Technologist/RVT
Details: For over 30 years, Vein Clinics of America (VCA) has been dedicated to the treatment of all aspects of Varicose Vein Disease (VVD). Acknowledged as experts in the field, VCA has helped lead advances in the treatment of VVD. And with over 40 clinics across 14 states, we’re growing! Vein Clinics of America is currently seeking a skilled, experienced Ultrasound Technologist/RVT for our clinic in Quantico, VA. Responsibilities in this role will include the following: Perform Diagnostic Ultrasound (DUS) scans. Create venous flow maps Assist the Physician in developing a safe and effective treatment plan. Assist the Physician in the treatment of Large Vein Disease (LVD) through Image Guided Injections or Endovenous Laser Treatments (EVLT). Monitor treatment quality and safety. Maintain equipment and supply inventory. Assist in the set-up and clean up of treatment rooms. Educate and motivate patients. Participate in practice building activities. Act in compliance with the legal rules and regulations applicable to the position. Other duties as assigned. This is a Monday – Friday position with scheduled hours between 8:30am and 5:00pm. This position does not require that you be "on-call." This position does require 12 weeks of training. This is paid training but it may require that you travel out of state. Training is Monday through Friday. However, there may be occasions where you will be asked to travel to your assigned location on Sunday afernoon/evening. This would be for a period of 12 consecutive weeks. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, that includes medical, dental, and vision; Life and Disability insurance; and 401K plus paid-time-off that includes vacation, personal time and 11 paid holidays....
Medical Technologist
Details: We’re looking for qualified candidates for several full time Medical Technologist contract openings in the Northern Virginia/Chantilly/Herndon, VA area. Lab Support is an international staffing service that specializes in the placement of biologists, technicians, chemists, engineers and microbiologists into lab settings on temporary, temp to perm, and direct hire positions. Our positions are, on average, three to six months in length, 40 hours/week. About 70% are temp to perm. Our clients include food and beverage, pharmaceutical, medical device, environmental, and materials science companies. Typical jobs might be: wet chemistry, physical testing, analytical testing, formulation or microbiology. Medical benefits are available after working 30 calendar days and we offer paid holidays, 401k and more! There is no fee for our services....
SLEEP TECHNOLOGIST II / RPSGT
Details: Sleep Technologist / RPSGT Reports To: Clinical Service Manager Summary: The Sleep Technologist II is R.PSG.T credentialed and is responsible for providing high quality patient care while performing comprehensive polysomnographic testing, analysis and associated interventions. Knowledge, Skills and Experience: Must meet qualifications of a Sleep Technologist I and provide proof of R.PSG.T credentialing by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists. Must be currently certified in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and have annual PPD test results. Must provide proof of Hepatitis B vaccination or sign declination form. Must be detail-oriented, organized and have excellent oral and written communication skills. Must be able to maintain vigilance in a non-stimulating environment. Must react calmly in emergency situations and make appropriate and timely decisions. Drug screening may be required per site-specific policy. May be required to present proof of valid driver’s license and auto insurance. Must successfully pass criminal background check....
Surgical Tech up to 30.00 per hour
Details: Accountable Healthcare Staffing, is looking to add Surgical tech candidates to our network of qualified healthcare professionals to fill PRN and Contract openings in VA, DC and MD area hospitals. Pay up to 30.00 per hour. We also have travel assignment thru out the US.Accountable Healthcare Staffing is committed to excellence and works closely with the Joint Commission to develop and shape standards. Benefits of Working with AHS:Flexible Schedule: All Shifts needed Top Industry Pay: up to 30.00 an hourReferral Bonus(es) Choice of payment method: Direct Deposit, Live Check, or Pay Card 24 Hour support from seasoned RN’s to help with clinical issues 24 Hour Employee support from the RHS Staff Medical Malpractice Insurance Coverage Affordable Health Insurance and Dental BenefitsJob Summary:The Surgical Tech is responsible to maintain the sterile filed in the operating room, being constantly vigilant to see that proper aseptic techniques are utilized to prevent contamination and infection while assisting with procedures in our client’s surgical suites. To assist the surgical team as the sterile member who passes instrument, sutures and sponges during surgery. Duties and Responsibilities:1. Before a surgical procedure, helps set up the operating room and organizes sterile table withsurgicalinstruments and equipment, sterile lines and sterile solutions.2. Checks, adjusts and operates equipment such as sterilizers, lights, suction machines, electrosurgical unitsand diagnostic equipment.3. Maintains supply of fluids such as plasma, saline, blood and glucose for use during surgical procedure4. Prepares patient for surgery by washing, shaving and disinfection incision sites. Also transports, positions patients on the table and covers them with sterile surgical drapes.5. Scrubs hands and arms, puts on sterile surgical attire to be able to work within the sterile filedestablished around the patient and to handle the sterile instruments, equipment and supplies used in theprocedure.6. Anticipates the needs of the surgeon, passing instruments and providing sterile items in an efficient manner.7. Helps prepare, care for and dispose of specimens taken for laboratory analysis, holds retractors, cuts sutures and applies dressing as directed.8. Participates in closing procedures and assures accurate sponge count with circulating nurse9. Cleans and restocks the operating room10. Adheres to Joint Commission professional standards and incorporates the National Patient Safety Goals into current practice.11. Provides age-appropriate care for all age groups12. Provides care with sensitivity to culturally diverse patient populations...
DNA Extraction Technologist
Details: DNA Extraction TechnologistGeneDx, Inc., a CLIA-certified diagnostics laboratory in Gaithersburg, MD that provides molecular diagnosis for rare genetic diseases is recruiting for a DNA Extraction Technologist to work as part of the DNA Extraction team. Responsibilities include: DNA extraction from blood, buccal swabs, cultures etc. using various protocols and equipment. Diligent recordkeeping and reporting to team leads, supervisors and test managers as necessary. Perform assigned lab jobs e.g. preparing solutions, equipment maintenance, data entry, etc....
Senior Food Technologist
Details: 1) Collaborate with the manufacturing sites and provide leadership for the development, implementation, verification and validation and continual improvement of the company's food safety systems, HACCP Programs and Food Defense Plans2) Ensure product meets specifications, process control yields and scrap reduction3) Report to management on status and progress of plant compliance to standards4) Generate preliminary, tentative, and finished product specifications for new processes5) Troubleshoot and recommend modifications to existing product formulas and/or processes to improve productivity, quality and/or product cost.6) Prepare sample product and conduct additional duties as requiredMore questions? Want to know the Salary range? Keep reading. The best way to get more details is to click ‘Apply’, upload your resume, and ENTER YOUR QUESTIONS in the ‘Cover Letter’ field. A recruiter will call you and answer all of your questions (if they feel you are a fit for the role). Your resume will be kept CONFIDENTIAL – we respect your privacy. Our Recruiters are more likely to respond to your questions if they know you are *seriously* interested, and prefer to know a little bit about your background before calling.Another Tip: Don't worry about whether you are ‘qualified’ or not. If this job looks interesting, apply. To hit a homerun, you need to swing the bat, right?Think about it: If you are a fit, our Recruiters will call and share more information. If you are not a fit, you still win: our Recruiters might see another opportunity that is perfect for you! And even if our Recruiters *do not* call, you still win – because you've improved your visibility with one of the most prestigious recruiting firms in the country!Bottom line: our Recruiters want to help you secure your dream job, and if we can help you, we will. Tips:1) Follow our CEO on Twitter for status-updates about your job application:http://www.twitter.com/sterlinghoffman2) Add our CEO on Facebook:www.facebook.com/angel.mehta99We will try to respond to your questions privately via Twitter or Facebook only.TAGS: Food Jobs, Beverage Jobs, Food Careers, Meat, Dairy, Baked Goods, CPG, Bakery, Beef, Vegetable, Fruit, Snacks, Cream, Cheese, Ingredients, Wine, Candy, Confectionery, Bread, Bagel, Nutraceutical, Kraft, Pepsi, Conagra, Cargill, Coca Cola, Nestle, Tysons, Del Monte, Snapple, Grocery, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Operations, Quality Assurance, QA, QC, Sanitation, Logistics, Maintenance, Engineering, Engineer, Food Science, Beverage Careers, Food Manufacturing, Food Processing, Dole, General Mills, Hershey, Production Manager, R&D...
Cyber Technologist/ Instructor
Details: Responsibility:The Cyber Technologist will play a significant role in the development and evolution of a comprehensive Cyber Warfare Training Curriculum. The candidate will work with Subject Matter Experts (SME) in the development of a hierarchal Cyber Training Program encompassing detailed course work, lesson planning, instruction, and course maintenance to address emerging trends and advancements in technology. Some local travel (Baltimore/DC Corridor) to customer sites for curriculum instruction and technical expertise is required.Required Skills: Minimum 2 years' experience in Network Security/Network Administration Experience with 3 or more of the following concepts: network analysis, malware analysis, digital forensics, packet analysis, network administration, penetration testing, vulnerability management, software development Experience with 1 or more of the following Programming/Scripting languages: o C++o JAVA o PERLo PYTHONo RUBY� Experience with Microsoft Office suite to build executive level presentationsDesired Skills: � Demonstrated experience in development, presentation and instruction of Network Security concepts� Demonstrated proficiency in scripting or programming languages � Excellent interpersonal communication skills and written skills� Ability to work in a team environment� Ability to explain complex theories in a manner suitable for students � Experience with the Requirements Development Process Required Education:Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, IT or related disciplines All these job responsibilities are to be executed in harmony with Raytheon's Code of Business Ethics and Conduct policy which sets the standard by which we operate and how we treat others....
MRI Technologist (Saturdays)
Details: Job Summary:Produces high quality MRI diagnostic images while providing excellent patient care.Duties & Responsibilities: · Treats patients and customers with courtesy and respect.· Checks referral for appropriate study. Calls referring physician when in doubt or with questions as necessary.· Assures room is ready prior to the patient entering the room (i.e. Equipment is operable and all supplies are readily available).· Understands and uses TR, TE, flip angel, slice thickness, acquisitions, field of view and other adjustments and factors on the equipment in order to produce high quality images.· Checks patient histories and has patient sign waiver, if necessary.· Ensures there is an exam order; if an order correction needs to be made, the technologist corrects the order with the referring physician’s approval, always maintaining compliance.· Properly documents patient history and exam information for radiologists’ interpretations.· Processes paperwork according to facility’s procedures.· Administers venipuncture in a safe and effective manner (if applicable).· Consults with Radiologist when necessary to determine appropriate scanning procedure. · Puts patients at ease by explaining the procedure and responding to their questions/requests in a professional manner. · Handles delicate situations (fetal demise, cancerous pathology, etc.) in a supportive and empathetic manner (“good bedside manner").· Keeps patient schedule and attempts to accommodate add-on patients when requested.· Communicates delays or changes in the schedule to the appropriate person(s). · Practices universal medical precautions and properly disposes infectious materials into biohazard containers.· Assures patient safety by screening for metal objects and/or implants prior to the patient entering the MRI room.· Releases patient with proper follow-up information.· Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.· Respect rights of family members that are accompanying the patient.· Remains professional in all situations.· Follows MR protocols in conducting scan.· Demonstrates good judgment when correlating patient history and scanning protocols. Knows when to divert from routine scans and/or when to enlist assistance from radiologist to achieve high quality diagnostic images.· Monitors patient’s well being during scans; recognizes patient discomfort or medical problems and takes appropriate action.· Sends studies to reading stations for radiologist review, if applicable.· Assures proper film identification by use of appropriate markers and/or data entry of patient demographics.· Exercises sound judgment regarding image quality; determines when repeats are necessary.· Performs routine maintenance and ensures cleanliness of equipment and rooms on daily basis.· Maintains appropriately level of supplies.· Adheres to all OSHA regulations and RadNet practices and generally accepted safety protocols.· Recognizes emergency situations and perform emergency shutdown of gradient and/or main magnetic field (quench) when applicable.· Provides hearing protection to patients and others when applicable.· Other duties as assigned....
Nuclear Technologist- Cardiology Associates
Details: Cardiology Associates, LLC is actively seeking a per diem Nuclear Technologist for our Washington DC offices. This position will be required to travel to our K St, Washington Hospital Center, and Olney offices.QUALIFICATIONS:- High School Diploma- Current Nuclear License with the NRC or State of Maryland- Minimum three years experience post graduation in licensed facility performing all aspects of cardiacnuclear testing preferred- Demonstrated effective communication skills- Certified in CPR, ACLS preferredPrimary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:- Performing cardiac nuclear testing by following practice policies and state guidelines to ensureinterpretable results for the physician.- Performing quality assurance testing and maintain documentation by working with the Radiation SafetyOfficer to ensure the lab is in full compliance with ICANL standards, practice policies and state andfederal regulations.- Coordinating preventive maintenance and emergency service of nuclear equipment by contactingappropriate vendors to ensure equipment is in working condition.Established in 1979, Cardiology Associates, LLC, includes the area's most experienced and respected cardiologists and vascular surgeons. We are proud of our reputation as healers and leaders in the field of cardiovascular medicine.We recognize the needs of our patients and strive to provide comprehensive Cardiovascular Care, enabling our patients to have full and active lifestyles. We collaborate with the finest hospitals to provide the best in acute, long-term, and preventive care.###HR Use Only: *CB*HR Use Only: *MNSR*...

View All

The fastest way to jump start your future.

Find Schools

Surgical Technologist

Top 10 Jobs

Related Articles