Senior Surgical Technician: OR Excellence & Care

Norton Healthcare; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Norton Healthcare in Louisville, KY, is seeking Surgical Technician candidates to support operating room procedures and patient care. The role covers instrument preparation, aseptic technique, and age-appropriate care, with emphasis on teamwork and rapid response to emergencies.

Senior Surgical Technician responsibilities include three years’ experience, completion of a diploma or apprenticeship, and certification in CST/CSA/TS-C/CORST/CSFA as applicable.

Qualifications

• 1 year surgical tech experience OR completion of a surgical tech program (Diploma) OR successful completion of a surgical tech apprentice program.
• Senior Surgical Tech requires three years as a Surgical Technician plus Diploma OR three years of experience or an Apprenticeship, and one of CST/CSA/TS-C/CORST/CSFA.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and handle surgical instruments and equipment, assisting the surgeon during procedures.
• Administer care and use of equipment based on patient age and needs.
• Prioritize, plan and problem-solve effectively, adapting to changing situations during surgeries.
• Respond promptly to urgent or emergency situations.
• Apply knowledge of medical terminology, the metric system and aseptic technique in all patient and family interactions.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Medical terminology

Patient care

Urgent response

Education

Surgical Tech Diploma

Surgical Tech Apprenticeship

Job description

Norton Healthcare in Louisville, KY, is seeking Surgical Technician candidates to support operating room procedures and patient care. The role covers instrument preparation, aseptic technique, and age-appropriate care, with emphasis on teamwork and rapid response to emergencies.

Senior Surgical Technician responsibilities include three years’ experience, completion of a diploma or apprenticeship, and certification in CST/CSA/TS-C/CORST/CSFA as applicable.