Certified Surgical Technologist - CV - Operating Room

Ascension Healthcare; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a skilled Surgical Technologist to join their dedicated team. In this vital role, you will facilitate the safe and efficient performance of surgical procedures while ensuring the operating suite is prepared with the necessary sterile instruments and supplies. The position offers a rewarding opportunity to work in a dynamic environment, contributing to the well-being of patients and supporting surgical teams. With a commitment to community service and professional growth, this organization provides a supportive atmosphere for all associates. Join a team that values your skills and dedication to healthcare excellence.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health Insurance Options

Retirement Benefits

Long-term and Short-term Disability

Employee Assistance Programs

Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• Certified Surgical Technologist from an accredited CST program required.
• 2 years of cumulative experience or equivalent education required.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate safe and efficient performance of surgical procedures.
• Prepare surgical suite with sterile instruments and supplies.
• Assist with patient positioning and draping.

Skills

Surgical Technology

Cardiovascular Operating Room Experience

BLS Certification

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree or Technical Degree

Job description

**Details**

+ Sign On Bonus may be available

+ Department: Surgery Services

+ Schedule: FT Day - 6am-2:30 or 6:30am-3pm Mon-Fri, Call requirements.

+ Hospital: Ascension St. Vincent Evansville

+ Location: 3700 Washington Avenue, Evansville, IN

**Benefits**

• Paid time off (PTO)
• Various health insurance options & wellness plans
• Retirement benefits including employer match plans
• Long-term & short-term disability
• Employee assistance programs (EAP)
• Parental leave & adoption assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Ways to give back to your community

_Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance and salary range at the time of the offer._

**Responsibilities**

• 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 monitor/track instruments counts throughout procedures.

**Requirements**

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.
• Surgical Tech credentialed from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

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.

**Additional Preferences**

• MUST BE A CERTIFIED SURGICAL TECHNOLOGIST FROM AN ACCREDITED CST PROGRAM.
• MUST HAVE CARDIOVASCULAR OPERATING ROOM EXPERIENCE

**Why Join Our Team**

Ascension St. Vincent in Indiana has been providing rewarding careers in healthcare for over 148 years. With 24 hospitals throughout the greater Indianapolis and Evansville areas, Ascension St. Vincent offers careers in a wide range of services including acute and long-term care, bariatrics, cancer care, cardiovascular services, emergency services, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatric services, primary and urgent care, women's health services and more.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

**Equal Employment Opportunity Employer**

Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

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As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.

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**E-Verify Statement**

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