Surgical Technologist, Surgical Services

BHS • Paducah, KY

5d • Onsite

About The Position

BE PART OF OUR TEAM!!! Do you want to work for an organization where you are Inspired, Impactful and Included? Surgical Technologist Job Description The Surgical Technologist serves as a primary scrub person or assistant for operative procedures.

Requirements

• Technical Diploma from a Surgical Technologist accredited program or comparable military training
• Certified Surgical Tech (CST) certification is required
• Driver’s License
• Eligibility for Surgical Technologist Certification

Responsibilities

• Scrubbing into cases and make sure instruments and supplies are available for the scheduled case.
• Setting up cases ensuring that all instruments are thoroughly sterilized and maintain the sterile field during case set up.
• May be asked to assist physician to cut suture material and may be asked to apply electrocautery to clamps on bleeders under the direct supervision of the surgeon.
• Is responsible for gross decontamination of instruments including breaking down instruments for further cleaning in Central Sterile Processing.
• Collaborates with the circulating nurse to carry out appropriate interventions.

Benefits

• Tuition Assistance reimbursement program
• Paid Time Off available for use upon hire
• Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Bereavement Leave (includes pets)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Retirement plans with company match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees