Surgical Technologist

Owensboro Health•Owensboro, KY

19d•Onsite

About The Position

The Surgical Technologist provides assistance to physicians and facilitates care in procedural areas using invasive and non-invasive techniques. This full-time position is based in the Surgery department at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital, with work hours of 9 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. and weekend work as needed. The position is 0.9 FTE, or 72 hours per pay period. The role requires critical thinking, decisive judgment, and the ability to work under minimal supervision in a stressful environment while taking appropriate action. Department-specific competencies are detailed in the unit or department scope of service. The position supports Owensboro Health’s mission, vision, core commitments, and business interests; follows organizational policies and procedures; and carries out work consistent with a culture of compliance, safety, and high reliability. The description outlines the general nature and level of work and may not include every qualification, duty, responsibility, or working condition. Duties may vary by department and additional related duties may be assigned as needed. The job description may change with or without notice, and does not alter the at-will employment relationship. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

High school diploma, General Equivalency Diploma (GED), or higher required upon hire.
No work experience required.
Critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
Ability to work under minimal supervision and take appropriate action in a stressful environment.
CST certification through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA), required within 90 days of employment; or TS-C certification through the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), required within 90 days of employment.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification as a Healthcare Provider, required within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

Prepare the surgical operating suite with drapes, solutions, instruments, equipment, and supplies.
Ensure equipment and instruments are in good working order.
Assist with preparing, transporting, positioning, and draping patients.
Provide continuous surveillance and maintenance of the sterile field.
Pass instruments to the physician during surgery.
Continually account for the number and location of instruments and supplies during surgery.
Receive specimens for delivery for appropriate testing.
Assist with applying wound dressings and securing drainage systems.
Provide visualization of the operative site using appropriate methods, retraction, sponging, suctioning, and irrigation.
Support Owensboro Health’s mission, vision, core commitments, and business interests; adhere to organizational policies and procedures; and work consistently with a culture of compliance, safety, and high reliability.