Certified Surgical Technician

Catholic Health Initiatives; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 66,220,000 - 98,512,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Education Assistance

Job summary

Catholic Health Initiatives is seeking a Surgical Technician to prepare the operating room and assist the surgical team in a variety of procedures. You will ensure a sterile environment and support the OR team to contribute to patient healing.

Responsibilities include preparing instruments and equipment, assisting during procedures, and orienting new staff as needed. Sign-on bonus and education assistance are offered for eligible hires.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or the equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program.
• Current Surgical Tech certification required.
• Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing the operating room and surgical team for a variety of procedures.
• Set up surgical equipment and instruments and assist the surgical team.
• Maintain a sterile environment and adapt quickly within the OR team.
• Assist in orienting new personnel and associates according to experience level.
• Prepare instruments, supplies, and equipment required for procedures.
• Identify and handle medications on the sterile field under RN direction.

Education

Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Surgical Tech, you will help prepare the operating room and surgical team so they can successfully perform a variety of surgical procedures for patients.

Every day you will set up surgical equipment and instruments, assist the surgical team, and ensure a sterile environment. You will be expected to adapt quickly, collaborate effectively within the OR team, and contribute directly to the patient's healing process.

• Assists in the orientation of new personnel and will orient new associates as needed and experience level will allow.
• Plans for and prepares necessary instruments, supplies, and equipment required for surgical procedures.
• Demonstrates knowledge and technical skill in the care and use of instruments, supplies and equipment used during a surgical procedure.
• Performs skin prep as directed.
• Assists in positioning and draping the patient for the appropriate procedure.
• Properly identifies and handles medication passed onto the sterile field under the direction of the RN.

We are offering a Sign-on Bonus and Education Assistance to new hires that meet eligibility requirements.

Job Requirements

• High school graduate or the equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program.
• Current Surgical Tech certification required
• Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

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Where You'll Work

Your time at work should be fulfilling. Rewarding. Inspiring. That’s what you’ll find when you join one of our non-profit CHI facilities across the nation. You’ll find challenging, rewarding work every day alongside people who have as much compassion as you. Join us and together we’ll create healthier, stronger communities. Imagine your career at Catholic Health Initiatives! (http://catholichealthinitiatives.org/find-a-career)

Pay Range

$23.11 - $34.38 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.