Surgical Technician

Saint Joseph Medical Center - East Lexington•Lexington, KY

9d•$23 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

As a Surgical Technician, you will help prepare the operating room and surgical team to perform a variety of surgical procedures. The role involves setting up surgical equipment and instruments, assisting the surgical team, and maintaining a sterile environment. The technician is expected to adapt quickly, collaborate effectively with the operating room team, and support complex surgical procedures. The position provides direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of registered nurses. It requires knowledge and skills to provide care appropriate to the ages of patients served, and contributes to the efficient operation of the surgical suite and department. The technician maintains confidentiality and helps deliver high-quality care professionally, compassionately, and courteously, respecting each person's dignity and individuality while following organizational standards. The role is also responsible for the care, handling, and processing of equipment and instruments.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
One year of operating room, endoscopy, or hospital experience.
Complete facility on-site competency training specific to the department within one year of employment and/or complete a formal technical program of 12 months.
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 and assist the surgical team.
Maintain a sterile environment.
Provide direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of registered nurses.
Demonstrate knowledge and skills appropriate to the ages of patients served.
Contribute to efficient operation of the surgical suite and department.
Maintain confidentiality of information in the surgical suite and department.
Deliver high-quality care professionally, compassionately, and courteously, respecting each person's dignity and individuality and following organizational standards.
Care for, handle, and process equipment and instruments.