Surgical Technologist (FT Days/8's) KH Hamilton

Kettering Health Network; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a not-for-profit health system committed to transforming healthcare experiences. As a Surgical Technologist, you will play a vital role in patient care during surgical interventions, ensuring that the operating room is prepared and that sterile instruments are available. This position offers the opportunity to work in a supportive environment where your skills will directly impact patient outcomes. If you are passionate about healthcare and ready to make a difference, this role is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Surgical Technology or equivalent experience required.
• Certification as a Surgical Technologist needed within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist in direct patient care during surgical procedures.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment in the operating room.
• Prepare instruments and assist with preoperative and postoperative care.

Skills

Surgical Technologist skills

Aseptic technique

Infection control practices

Emergency response

Education

Associate Degree in Surgical Technology

High School Diploma

Tools

Surgical instruments

Specialized OR equipment

Job description

Overview

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with high-quality care for every stage of life. Our service-oriented mission is in action every day, whether it’s by providing care in our facilities, training the next generation of health care professionals, or serving others through international outreach.

Responsibilities & Requirements

The surgical technologist (ST) is responsible for assisting in direct care to patients undergoing surgical intervention by selecting, setting up and passing of sterile instruments to the surgeon and assistants, under the direction of the RN and the surgeon. Responsibilities include, yet are not limited to the following:

• Appropriately labels and handles patient specimens.
• Competently performs Surgical Technologist skills as defined by the unit’s scope of practice.
• Maintains a clean, safe environment free from clutter.
• Receives and responds to appropriate delegation; does not perform skills/care that has not been delegated by a licensed nurse or physician.
• Recognizes and responds appropriately to emergency situations.
• Demonstrates safe infection control practices.
• Assists the nurse/physician with patient procedures.
• Performs preceptor activities as requested.
• Participates in one elective educational opportunity.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of aseptic technique in preparing for and assisting in surgical procedures.
• Prepares OR table and scrubs with surgeries.
• Provides necessary instruments, supplies and equipment during surgery.
• Acquires and demonstrates skills needed to operate specialized equipment used in the OR.
• Assists with preoperative and postoperative care as directed by RN.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of surgical procedures and provides necessary instruments, supplies and equipment.
• Assists with patient transport and other patient care duties in the OR.

Required Skills, Education and Experience:

• Associate Degree in Surgical Technology from a NBSTA accredited program or certification from NCCT; or
• Four (4) years of experience as a surgical technologist with a High School Diploma; or
• Four (4) years applicable on-the-job or military surgical technology training with a High School Diploma.

Required Licenses, Certifications and Registrations:

• Certified Surgical Technologist required within one year of hire, if hired without certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Surgical Technology skills required, preferably in a hospital operating room environment.
• Experience as a Surgical Technologist preferred.
• Call requirement.