Certified Surgical Technician (36 hours, Day/Evening) - Sign On Bonus Available!

Boston Medical Center; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$10,000 sign-on bonus

$5,000 sign-on bonus

Job summary

Boston Medical Center in Boston, MA is seeking a Certified Surgical Technician for the Menino Operating Room (Inpatient Surgery). The role includes prepping and sterilizing rooms, transporting patients, passing instruments, and assisting surgeons and staff with procedures.

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and graduation from a surgical technology program, plus Surgical Technician certification and active BLS. Experience is preferred and English communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program or military medic/corpsman training.
• Surgical Technician certification and active BLS required.
• Prior surgical tech experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepping and sterilizing rooms for procedures.
• Transporting patients to and from the OR.
• Passing instruments and assisting surgeons, anesthesiologists and nurses.
• Maintain sterile technique and safety standards.

Skills

English proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma

Surgical technology program

Armed Forces medic/corpsman program

Job description

Position

Certified Surgical Technician Department: Menino Operating Room (Inpatient Surgery)

Schedule

36 hours, Day/Evening, Every Third Weekend, Call Required

Sign-on Bonus

• $10,000 sign-on bonus - for candidates with over 1 year of multi-specialty experience, paid out after successfully completing 6 months of employment.
• $5,000 sign-on bonus - for candidates with less than 1 year or single specialty experience, paid out after successfully completing 6 months of employment.

POSITION SUMMARY

As a member of the surgical team, the surgical technician provides patient care during surgical procedures by providing an aseptic and safe environment. Duties include prepping and sterilizing rooms, transporting patients, passing instruments, and assisting surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses, and other staff during surgery. Uses technical and aseptic techniques to ensure the methodology complies with established sterile standards and procedures.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Must also be a graduate of an accredited/approved program in surgical technology (or completed an Armed Forces medic or corpsmen program).

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED

Surgical Technician certification required. Active BLS certification required.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

Previous surgical tech experience preferred. Ability to effectively speak read and write English Ability to accurately interpret and use medical terminology and abbreviations Computer proficiency to access and enter computerized data/information. Effective interpersonal skills to interact appropriately with patients, families, physicians, and other hospital staff. Organizational skills to effectively set priorities and efficiently complete assigned work.

Compensation Range

$38.94- $49.38

This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, and licensure/certifications directly related to position requirements. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), contract increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, earned time cash out, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family wellbeing.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

Working at Boston Medical Center is more than a job. It’s a chance to make a difference as part of our mission to provide exceptional and equitable care to all. As a nationally-recognized leader in health equity, nursing, initiatives to combat climate change, and many other areas, BMC is dedicated to improving the health of our community in Boston and beyond. BMC’s mission to provide exceptional care without exception extends to our employees, and we have been recognized as a top employer and best place to work. A strong sense of teamwork and support for our staff are the bedrock of BMC, as we know that we can only provide exceptional care to patients when our staff are cared for too.Boston Medical Center is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request.

Background Checks/Vaccination

Boston Medical Center participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. As an E-Verify employer, prospective employees of BMC must complete a background check before beginning their employment at the hospital. BMC requires all staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and flu, as well as receive a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.