CERTIFIED SURGICAL TECHNICIAN - FIRST ASSIST (FT VARIED)

Henderson Hospital; Henderson (NV); On-site; USD 38,572 - 52,348; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational and tuition reimbursement

401k with company match

Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription

Job summary

West Henderson Hospital is seeking a per diem surgical technologist to assist surgeons during procedures, under RN supervision, ensuring exposure, hemostasis, and patient safety.

Requires Technical School/2 Years College in Surgical Technology, CSFA/CSA/SA-C certification (or ABSA), BLS, and 3–5 years of surgical tech experience; Bachelor's degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years surgical tech experience required; 5-8 years preferred.
• Certification must be maintained for employment. Current CSFA/CSA/SA-C certification or ABSA.
• Current American Heart Association (BLS) certification.
• Must be able to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served.

Responsibilities

• Assists surgeons with exposure, hemostasis, and other technical functions.
• Attends to patients’ direct care needs under RN supervision.
• Maintains professional attitude toward patient dignity, privacy, and safety.

Skills

Dexterity

Professionalism

Patient care

Education

Technical School/2 Years College/Associate’s Degree in Surgical Technology

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Job description

Responsibilities

West Henderson Hospital is a 150‑bed acute care facility located in Las Vegas. It provides emergency, cardiac, neurology, surgery, gastroenterology, and inpatient care for various medical needs.

• Emergency care, 24/7
• Advanced cardiac services, including cardiac catheterization labs
• Interventional radiology lab for diagnosis and treatment of other medical conditions
• Neurology care
• Surgical procedures for general surgery, orthopedics and weight loss
• Gastroenterology/endoscopy procedures
• Advanced imaging
• Laboratory services
• Respiratory services
• Inpatient nursing

Job Description

Assists surgeons with exposure, hemostasis, and other technical functions that will help the surgeon carry out a safe operation with optimal results for the patient. Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, attends to the patients’ direct care needs. Accepts responsibility for his/her integrity with respect to maintenance and compliance, to policies. Anticipates the needs of the surgeon, and other team members, with respect to the requirements of a particular surgical procedure. Demonstrates and maintains dexterity sufficient for successful completion of his/her assistant duties on each particular procedure. Maintains a professional attitude with respect to the dignity, privacy, and safety of the patient. Functions within the limits of his/her ability, and within the scope of practice set forth by the medical staff Bylaws, Rules and Regulations, and appropriate state law.

Qualifications

Shift: PER DIEM VARIED

Education: Technical School/2 Years College/Associate’s Degree in Surgical Technology, or program board eligible for SFA certification required. Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

Experience: 3-5 years surgical tech experience required; 5-8 years preferred.

Technical Skills: Continuing education programs to maintain and enhance clinical competencies related to perioperative or First Assisting practice.

License/Certification: Current CSFA Certification (through NBSTSA), CSA (through NSAA), or SA‑C certification (through ABSA) required. Certification must be maintained for employment. Current American Heart Association (BLS).

Other: Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care/service appropriate to the age of the patients served on the assigned unit/department.

Benefit Highlights

• A rewarding and engaging work environment
• Market competitive compensation and generous paid time off
• Time Off Benefit Opt Out Program in exchange for a 9% differential in pay
• Educational and tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Employee Referral Bonus opportunities
• Career growth and development opportunities within the hospital and VHS
• Comprehensive insurance benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug coverage, plus HSA savings account
• Additional insurance options such as life insurance, dependent life insurance, supplemental life insurance, accident insurance and critical illness insurance
• Voluntary benefits including Auto, Home, and Pet Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that offers resources for emotional health, everyday living, caregiving, personal well-being, legal and financial consultations and work-related issues available to all employees and their family members
• Additional health and wellness benefits such as RethinkCare, Inflection, Sword Thrive, and Livongo
• Adoption & Fertility Assistance programs
• 401k with company match
• Discounted UHS stock purchase plan
• Exclusive employee discounts on electronics, entertainment, health & wellness, and more

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Disclaimer

Benefits may vary depending upon employment status, position, and effective date during employment.

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