Certified Surgical Technologist

Ascension; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Job summary

Ascension in Indianapolis, IN is seeking a Surgical Tech for the Main OR. This full-time day position supports perioperative procedures by preparing the sterile operating environment and assisting the surgeon with instruments and supplies.

You will ensure patient positioning, transport, and draping, while maintaining instrument counts and organization throughout procedures. Licensure must be current; HS diploma or higher and BLS are required, with NCCT or NBSTSA credentials preferred prior to

Qualifications

• BLS Provider required within 30 days of hire (American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted).
• Surgical Tech credentialed from NCCT or NBSTSA required prior to hire/date transfer.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate safe and efficient performance of surgical procedures.
• Prepare operating suite with sterile drapes, solutions, and instruments.
• Hand instruments and supplies to surgeon during surgery as requested.
• Assist with preparing, transporting, positioning and draping patients.

Education

High School diploma or equivalency; Associate's/Technical degree; or 4 years of applicable cumulative job-specific experience

BLS Provider certification

NCCT Surgical Tech credential

NBSTSA Surgical Tech credential

Tools

Surgical instruments

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Indianapolis, IN

Facility: Ascension St. Vincent

Department/Specialty: Main OR

Schedule: Full Time Day

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Facilitate the safe and efficient performance of surgical procedures.
• Prepare surgical operating suite with sterile drapes and sterile solutions as well as appropriate sterile and non-sterile instruments and supplies.
• Hand required/requested instruments and supplies to surgeon during surgery.
• Assist with preparing, transporting, positioning and draping patients.
• Maintain instruments in an organized manner and monitors/tracks instruments counts throughout procedures.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• One or more of the following required:
  • Surgical Tech credentialed from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • Surgical Tech credentialed from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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