Surgical Technician - PRN

Lifepoint Health • Sylva, NC

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Surgical Technologist (noncertified) – Harris Regional

Job Type: PRN

Schedule: Varies, Days

Your experience matters
Harris Regional Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Surgical Technologist joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team
The operating room is equipped with six beds, with a dedicated C-section and Urology OR suites, and Endoscopy procedure suite. We have an average of 400 cases per month. The scope of procedures includes a diverse range of specialties: Ear, Nose and Throat (ENT), Cataract and Retinal Eye surgeries, Gynecologic, Laparoscopic and Endoscopic, Orthopedic including robotic assisted total joints, Pain Management, Podiatry, and Gastroenterological surgeries. The majority of cases are general and orthopedic.

Surgical operations are conducted Monday through Friday, with additional night, weekend, and holiday call rotations to ensure continuous coverage. Additionally, the implantation of a dedicated call team for weeknights and weekends allows for a minimal call requirement from core staff, as well as promoting an excellent work/life balance.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent, required
• Certifications: AHA Basic Life Support (BLS), within 90 days of hire.
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Certification as a Surgical Technician and/or graduation from an approved OR Technician program, required

Responsibilities

• The Surgical Technician is responsible for setting up surgical procedures, scrubbing on cases and performing appropriate functions to facilitate the flow of surgical patients.
• Works under the guidance of the Registered Nurse. Shares responsibility for the care and safety of the patients who come under his or her care.
• Included within this assignment is the responsibility for ensuring effective communication between him or her and the circulating nurse, the patient, other staff, physician and other hospital departments.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED