Surgical Technician

CommonSpirit Health•Lexington, KY

24d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Surgical Technician, you will prepare the operating room and surgical team for a variety of procedures. You will set up surgical equipment and instruments, assist the surgical team, and help maintain a sterile environment. The role requires adapting quickly, collaborating with the OR team, and supporting patients’ healing. You will provide care appropriate to the ages of patients served and contribute to the efficient operation of the surgical suite and department. You will maintain confidentiality and help deliver high-quality care professionally, compassionately, and courteously, respecting each person’s dignity and individuality and following the organization’s standards. You will provide direct and indirect patient care under RN supervision and be responsible for the care, handling, and processing of equipment and instruments.

Requirements

High school graduate or GED.
One year of OR, endoscopy, or hospital experience, required upon hire.
Complete facility on-site competency training specific to the department within one year of employment and/or complete a formal technical program.
Basic Life Support (CPR) certification within 14 days.

Responsibilities

Prepare the operating room and surgical team for surgical procedures.
Set up surgical equipment and instruments.
Assist the surgical team and help maintain a sterile environment.
Provide care appropriate to the ages of patients served.
Contribute to the efficient operation of the surgical suite and department.
Maintain confidentiality of information in the surgical suite and department.
Provide direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of RNs.
Care for, handle, and process equipment and instruments.
Deliver care professionally, compassionately, and courteously while respecting each person’s dignity and individuality and following organizational standards.