Senior Surgical Technologist IV - Neurosurgery & Robotics

Atrium Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health in Charlotte, NC is seeking an experienced Surgical Technologist to support the operating room team. You will assist in aseptic preparation, instrument handling, and room turnover, while participating in high-level procedures including neurosurgery, spine, cardiothoracic, vascular, and robotics.

Strong OR experience and active certification are required. You will collaborate with the perioperative team, uphold department policies, and contribute to ongoing education and policy

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology or completion of military training for Surgical Technology/Operating Room Specialist.
• Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider required.
• Current NBSTSA or NCCT certification required.
• 5 years total operating room experience as a surgical technologist; 2 years in neurosurgery/spine, cardiothoracic, vascular, complex ortho, or robotics.
• Meets ST III qualifications of the Surgical Tech Ladder.
• Knowledge of growth and development with ability to address age-specific issues.

Responsibilities

• Possesses a thorough knowledge of aseptic technique and its application.
• Assists in obtaining and organizing supplies and instruments before, during, and after procedures.
• Cleans and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization.
• Assists the RN circulator in patient prep, supplies, equipment, and specimen disposition; supports room turnover.
• Assigned to neurosurgery/spine, cardiothoracic, vascular, complex orthopedics, and robotics procedures.
• Performs duties per department policy and procedure.
• Monitors sterilization for sterility and proper charge documentation.
• Attends in-services and participates in Performance Improvement processes.
• Engages in educational opportunities to increase competency and meet goals.
• Assists in developing policies and standards; serves as a preceptor and clinical resource.
• Leads unit projects and oversees service lines as needed.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Surgical instrumentation handling

Room turnover

Specialized procedures

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology

NBSTSA or NCCT certification

Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider (BLS)

Job description

Atrium Health in Charlotte, NC is seeking an experienced Surgical Technologist to support the operating room team. You will assist in aseptic preparation, instrument handling, and room turnover, while participating in high-level procedures including neurosurgery, spine, cardiothoracic, vascular, and robotics.

Strong OR experience and active certification are required. You will collaborate with the perioperative team, uphold department policies, and contribute to ongoing education and policy