Entry-Level Surgical Technologist – OR Scrub & Support

Prisma Health; Maryville (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Prisma Health, operating at Blount Memorial Hospital in Tennessee, seeks a Surgical Technologist to assist in the operating room before, during, and after procedures. The role emphasizes aseptic technique, instrument handling, and teamwork within the OR.

The position requires completion of a Surgical Technology program or ST training. No prior experience is required, and there is ongoing ST education to maintain certification. Training and mentorship are provided per hospital guidelines.

Qualifications

• Education - Surgical Technology program completion or Surgical Technologist training in the U.S. Armed Forces.
• Experience - No previous experience required.
• In lieu of education, must complete 15 hours annually of ST continuing education AND either have been employed as a ST in state prior to Jan. 1, 2008, OR have completed a ST military training program.
• Team members employed prior to July 1, 2020 with grandfathered ST certification are not required to obtain certification but must complete 15 hours annually of continuing ST education

Responsibilities

• Prepares for surgical procedures by collecting necessary supplies and instruments according to Surgeon Preference Card.
• Prepares the Operating Room for cases by opening sterile supplies, setting up table, arranging instruments and supplies according to type of case.
• Assists the surgical team during the operative procedure. Assists in maintaining correct count of instruments, needles and sponges. Identifies and cares for specimens.
• Cleans and prepares rooms between procedures and terminally clean at the end of the day. Returns unused supplies and instruments and extra equipment to proper storage.
• Maintains aseptic techniques; actively monitor situations which could lead to breaches in aseptic technique. Takes action to correct.
• Models Prisma Health behavior expectations. Assists with coaching, mentoring and training coworkers as assigned. Trains and assists with integration of new team members.
• Completes annual age specific accountabilities.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Surgical team support

ST continuing education

Education

Surgical Technology program

Job description

Prisma Health, operating at Blount Memorial Hospital in Tennessee, seeks a Surgical Technologist to assist in the operating room before, during, and after procedures. The role emphasizes aseptic technique, instrument handling, and teamwork within the OR.

The position requires completion of a Surgical Technology program or ST training. No prior experience is required, and there is ongoing ST education to maintain certification. Training and mentorship are provided per hospital guidelines.