OR Tech I (FT Days)

NORTH ARKANSAS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER•Harrison, AR

2d•Onsite

About The Position

North Arkansas Regional Medical Center (NARMC) is a nonprofit healthcare system based in Harrison, Arkansas, serving rural communities through a central hospital and 13 clinics. The Surgical Technologist works in the Operating Room under the supervision of the circulating RN, preparing the OR, maintaining aseptic technique, performing the first scrub role, anticipating the surgeon’s needs, and supporting safe, efficient care. The role includes accurate instrument counts, specimen handling, documentation, case turnover, and participation in call rotation. The position is full-time, scheduled for four 10-hour day shifts; call may include nights, weekends, and holidays according to department needs. PRN or part-time work may also be considered.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program, or an LPN graduate with prior surgical technology experience.
BLS certification.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Professional communication and teamwork skills.
Commitment to progress on the career ladder within an appropriate timeframe.

Nice To Haves

CST certification through the Association of Surgical Technologists/NBSTSA, with certification maintained through continuing education or retesting.
At least one year of perioperative or OR experience.
Advanced knowledge in one or more surgical specialties.
Experience as a preceptor.
Familiarity with OR emergency management and circulating support tasks.

Responsibilities

Organize and prepare the surgical suite, equipment, supplies, and instrumentation, and complete required documentation for medications, specimens, and sterilization.
Perform the first scrub role, including gowning and gloving, setting up the back table, maintaining the sterile field, anticipating surgeon needs, applying sterile dressings, and assisting with patient transfer.
Maintain strict aseptic technique and infection-prevention practices and respond appropriately to OR emergencies.
Safely handle instruments, sponges, sutures, catheters, drains, and dressings.
Contribute to cost containment and efficient turnover between cases.
Accurately label and manage specimens and support documentation and patient charging in the EHR.
Demonstrate service excellence, teamwork, and professional communication with surgeons, anesthesia, and perioperative staff.
Participate in call and respond within required timeframes.
Precept students and/or new hires as competency level increases.
Progress through the career ladder by developing specialty expertise, precepting, and contributing to policy, equipment trials, competencies, and quality initiatives.

Benefits

Multiple health plan options, including PPO and HDHP, with coverage through the NARMC Domestic Network and Cigna Health Plan.
Dental and vision coverage through Delta Dental and Delta Vision of Arkansas.
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA).
Basic life insurance and AD&D at no cost, with voluntary life insurance options.
Short-term and long-term disability coverage.
Accident and critical illness insurance through Lincoln Financial.
401(k) retirement plan with up to a 3.5% company match, vested over five years.
Paid Leave Bank (PLB) and Extended Illness Bank (EIB), accrued based on years of service.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and First Stop Health 24/7 counseling services.
AirMed/Mercy Life Flight membership for eligible staff and families.
On-site wellness center and discounted Planet Fitness membership.
Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support.
Employee referral bonuses and internal promotion opportunities.
Pet insurance and identity theft protection available.
Discounts on prescriptions, cafeteria meals, gift shop items, and local thrift store purchases.