Surgical Technologist Salary in Nashville, TN

Title: Temporary - Instructional Assistant, Surgical Technology (Pool)POSITION SUMMARYThis position provides instructional assistance and support in the surgical technology program.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESSupervises and evaluates clinical students. Assists instructor with laboratory training. Assists with coordinating and supervising laboratory exercises. Evaluates laboratory students. Maintains inventory of laboratory equipmentREQUIRED QUALIFICATIONSAssociate's degreeCurrent NCCA-accredited certification in surgical technologyPrior experience as a surgical technologist or surgical technologist educatorPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSAAS in Surgical Technology from a nationally accredited programTwo (2) years of experience as a surgical technologist or surgical technologist educatorKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESKnowledge of and/or experience with a variety of instructional delivery modes, including synchronous and asynchronous online teaching. Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with a diverse student, faculty and staff population. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.Rate of Pay: $29.50 per hourWork Hours: Up to 28 hours per weekSpecial Instructions to Applicants: Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process. Official transcripts are required upon hire. Applicants may be subject to a background check.AVAILABILITY/CLOSING DATEThis posting is not a guarantee of an open position. Applications for temporary pool positions are accepted on a continuous basis and reviewed by the department when openings become available. Postings close annually on October 31st. Interested applicants who wish to maintain an active application within the system must re-apply each year.

This position under general supervision and direction, renders patient care in accordance with regulatory, licensing and accreditation standards and provider's orders. Assists physicians or other providers in preparing patients for examination, treatment and implementing patient care treatment programs; performs related technical tasks that support the provider. Assists with patient and family education independently or as delegated by the provider. Responsible for performing some aspects of the patient encounter from scheduling appointments, registering new patients, screening by phone or in person, and assisting patients through the check-in/out process.Daily OperationsArranges patient's follow-up or referral appointment scheduling.Administers injections and medications as ordered by the Provider.Performs medical procedures or assists with procedures to include but not limited to: splints, dressings; hearing and visual testing, respiratory therapy and EKG.Schedules tests, surgeries and obtains proper authorization and precertification.Contacts patient and pharmacy for prescription authorizations promptly as directed by provider.Conducts patient callbacks as directed by physician, accurately documenting patient's comments and/or progress completely in patient's medical record.Promptly and courteously rooms patient for examination, obtains patient's vital signs, chief complaint and brief history and documents accurately in medical record.Prepares exam and treatment rooms with necessary instruments.Assists Providers in minor surgeries and physicals. Draws blood for lab testing, performs lab procedures and prepares laboratory specimens for pick-up, complete with adequate patient information.Documents all patient interventions and responses thoroughly in patient's medical record; communicates results and orders to patients as directed by the Provider.Maintains patient files, records and other information, tracks laboratory and diagnostic tests results.Disinfects patient rooms after each patient and sterilizes equipment and instruments according to office schedule, procedures and/or manufacturer's recommendations.Maintains a clean and orderly patient environment (removing soiled linen, disposing of waste, etc.) according to universal precautions and OSHA standards. Reviews written and verbal instructions with patient and family members, provides educational materials and obtains procedure/surgical consent forms with patient and family members.Maintains sufficient quantity of pharmaceutical, examination room and treatment room supplies at all times; prepares inventory to determine items to be replenished.Assists with front office duties, scheduling, check-in/check-out procedures, and other clerical functions such as compiling data for reports and records adheres to Medical Group/Medical Foundation policies, procedures, protocols and standards.Required SkillsDemonstrates general understanding and knowledge of front/back office standards, procedures, medical terminology and medical office practices.Demonstrates ability to read, write and communicate.Ability to handle multiple tasks, independently, under pressure.Knowledge of medical practice and care to assist in giving patient care.Knowledge of examination, diagnostic and treatment room procedures.Knowledge of medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish a safe working environment.Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients, medical staff and the public.Ability to maintain quality control standards.Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.Ability to interpret, adapt and apply guidelines and procedures.Ability to operate computer keyboard, terminal and printer, general office equipment, special medical and telephone equipment. Required Education and ExperienceA high school diplomaMinimum of two (2) years experience as a medical assistant in a medical office setting and a Medical Assistant Certification from either the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) or American Medical Technologist (AMT) is required.Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification is preferred.Bilingual preferred.