Southern NH Health System - Certified Surgical Technician - Operating Room - Full Time

Southern New Hampshire Health; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Certified Surgical Technologist in a dynamic operating room environment. This role involves preparing sterile instruments, assisting surgical teams, and ensuring patient safety during procedures. With flexible shifts and a commitment to utilizing cutting-edge technology, you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional surgical care. The organization is recognized for its excellence, offering competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. If you are passionate about making a difference in patient care, this position is an excellent opportunity for you.

Benefits

Health Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Tuition Reimbursement

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Training Courses

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited surgical technologist program required.
• Tech in Surgery (TS-C) or Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) required.

Responsibilities

• Identify and prepare sterile instrumentation for surgical procedures.
• Assist surgical team with verification and intra-operative procedures.
• Maintain sterile field and inspect instruments for safety.

Skills

Sterile Instrumentation Preparation

Intra-operative Assistance

Emergency Response

Surgical Preference Cards Usage

Sterile Field Maintenance

Education

Accredited Surgical Technologist Program

BLS Certification

New Hampshire Medical Technologist Registration

Job description

Southern NH Health System - Certified Surgical Technician - Operating Room - Full Time

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Locations: Nashua, NH

Time Type: Full Time

Posted on: Posted 30+ Days Ago

Job Requisition ID: JR6145

Come work at the best place to give and receive care!

Job Description:

Certified Surgical Technologist - Operating Room - Weekends!

36hrs/week

Fri - Sun: 7a - 7p

Who We Are:

SNHMC has nine operating room suites, 25 pre-op/PACU bays, and a sterile processing department. Hours are flexible, with 8-, 10-, and 12-hour day shifts available. The OR has a dedicated call team Sunday through Thursday nights beginning at 7PM, making OR call minimal. Services range from elective and non-elective procedures, including neurological, orthopedic, gynecological, urological, bariatric, colorectal, vascular, ENT, general, breast, and plastics. Surgical services are growing and evolving, utilizing the latest technology for the wide variety of procedures we perform. The OR also offers Periop-101 and advancements.

About the Job:

As a member of the Surgical Services team, the Surgical Technologist identifies and prepares sterile instrumentation and equipment for surgical procedures. This role assists the surgical team with the verification process, intra-operative procedures, and case closure protocol. In given circumstances that may arise must respond appropriately to emergency situations. The Surgical Technologist works under the direction of the Circulator and is accountable to the RN Unit Director.

What You’ll Do:

• Identify and prepare sterile instrumentation and equipment for surgical procedures.
• Assist surgical team with verification process.
• Assist surgical team with intra-operative procedures and with closure procedures.
• Review the surgical booking and matches procedures to preference cards.
• Accurately uses surgical preference cards for selection of instrumentation.
• Inspect instruments for sterility, safety and function.
• Evaluate surroundings to maintain sterile field.

Who You Are:

• Graduate of an accredited surgical technologist program required.
• Tech in Surgery (TS-C) or Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) required.
• Current BLS certification required.
• New Hampshire Medical Technologist registration is required (unless other current NH state license is held).
• Ability to complete the following competencies:
• Within 30 days:
• Basic Life Support
• Within 90 days:
• Use of preference cards
• Instrument preparation
• Maintenance of sterile field
• Surgical briefings and time-outs
• Instrument safe handling
• Surgical counts
• Instrument inventory and decontamination

Why You’ll Love Us:

• Southern NH Medical Center is a 4-time Magnet designated hospital.
• Health, dental, prescription, and vision coverage for full-time & part-time employees.
• Competitive pay.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan.
• Education & Paid training courses for continued career progression.

& So much more!

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Work Shift:

Friday-Sunday 7a-7p