Senior Surgical Technician, Norton Clark Hospital & Norton Scott Hospital, 6:30a-5p
About The Position
The Sr. Surgical Technician assists other members of the health care team in the delivery of patient care during the intra-operative period. The major focus for the position is on preparation and handling of instrumentation and surgical equipment and assisting the surgeon during the surgical procedure. This individual administers care and use of equipment applications based on the age and needs of the patient population served (neonate through geriatric). The Sr. Surgical Technician must be knowledgeable of specific procedures or specialties, effectively prioritize, and effectively plan and problem solve due to the changing nature of the work situation during surgical procedures. This individual must have the ability to recognize the need for immediate response during urgent or emergency situations. The Sr. Surgical Technician must also have basic knowledge of medical terminology, the metric system and aseptic technique, and apply this knowledge in all patient and family interactions. As an employee, you will receive competitive compensation and benefits . You also will have access to a variety of programs to enhance your experience and well-being, including learning and career growth opportunities, an employee wellness program, employee resource groups and volunteer opportunities.
Requirements
- Three years as a Surgical Technician and certification as a Surgical Tech (CST) or Surgical Tech Assist (CSA)
- Diploma OR three years of surgical tech experience OR successful completion of a Surgical Tech Apprentice Program
- One of: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST), Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA), Tech in Surgery-Certified (TS-C), Certified Operating Room and Surgical Technician (CORST), or Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA).
Nice To Haves
- Three years in an operating room setting
Responsibilities
- assists other members of the health care team in the delivery of patient care during the intra-operative period
- preparation and handling of instrumentation and surgical equipment
- assisting the surgeon during the surgical procedure
- administers care and use of equipment applications based on the age and needs of the patient population served (neonate through geriatric)
- effectively prioritize
- effectively plan and problem solve due to the changing nature of the work situation during surgical procedures
- recognize the need for immediate response during urgent or emergency situations
- apply basic knowledge of medical terminology, the metric system and aseptic technique, in all patient and family interactions
Benefits
- competitive compensation
- benefits
- learning and career growth opportunities
- employee wellness program
- employee resource groups
- volunteer opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
