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

SolutionHealth; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Certified Surgical Technologist in a dynamic operating room environment. This role involves preparing sterile instruments and assisting the surgical team during procedures, ensuring a safe and efficient surgical experience. With a commitment to excellence, the facility offers a variety of surgical services and is known for its innovative approach to patient care. Enjoy flexible shifts and the opportunity for professional growth in a supportive and collaborative atmosphere. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of patients while advancing your career in a Magnet designated hospital.

Benefits

Health Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Tuition Reimbursement

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Education & Paid Training

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Surgical Instrumentation

Emergency Response

Sterile Field Maintenance

Surgical Procedures Assistance

Verification Process

Education

Accredited Surgical Technologist Program

BLS Certification

New Hampshire Medical Technologist Registration

Tools

Surgical Preference Cards

Job description

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

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

Apply locations Nashua, NH time type Full time posted on Posted 2 Days Ago job requisition id JR3897

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

Job Description:

Certified Surgical Technologist

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: Varied Shifts - Full Time (40hrs/week)