PRN Certified Surgical Tech – Day OR Support

adventhealth; Louisville (CO); On-site; USD 29,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

AdventHealth Hendersonville is seeking a Surgical Technologist to support a busy operating room environment. The role anticipates surgeon needs, prepares supplies, maintains sterile technique, and collaborates with the team to ensure patient safety and efficient turnover.

Requirements include High School diploma, CPR/BLS, and prefer an Associate degree or technical school in Surgical Technology; 2+ years experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Grad or Equiv (Required)
• Associate (Preferred)
• Technical/Vocational School (Preferred)
• Field of Study: Surgical Technology
• 2+ years of technical experience in the field (Preferred)
• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) (Required)

Responsibilities

• Anticipates the needs of the surgeon and keeps the circulating nurse informed throughout a procedure.
• Maintains high standards and quality in facilitating cost savings and containment.
• Assembles all necessary supplies, equipment, and medications prior to the procedure.
• Supports customer and employee satisfaction activities; maintains good relationships with physicians, management, other departments, and staff; and responds to complaints in a timely manner.
• Monitors aseptic technique of the entire surgical team and takes immediate corrective action for any breaks in technique.
• Identifies and reports environmental concerns to management and ensures adherence to regulatory standards and policies.
• Supervises other healthcare team members in the surgical environment and assists with orientation, training, and education of new personnel.
• Promotes a safe environment and takes appropriate action in emergency situations, controlling hazards that may endanger patients, visitors, and employees.
• Follows CDC isolation guidelines, uses PPE appropriately, and performs hand washing according to policy, adhering to all infection control practices.
• Participates in practice changes resulting from performance improvement activities and supports departmental quality standards and initiatives.
• Provides assistance and support to members of the surgical team as needed.
• Assists the team with safe and efficient operating room turnover times and directs ancillary personnel during room turnover.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

English communication

Aseptic technique

Surgical instruments

Regulatory knowledge

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree (Preferred)

Technical/Vocational School (Preferred)

Job description

AdventHealth Hendersonville is seeking a Surgical Technologist to support a busy operating room environment. The role anticipates surgeon needs, prepares supplies, maintains sterile technique, and collaborates with the team to ensure patient safety and efficient turnover.

Requirements include High School diploma, CPR/BLS, and prefer an Associate degree or technical school in Surgical Technology; 2+ years experience preferred.