Surg Tech-CVOR, WEO

Piedmont Healthcare; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Atlanta is seeking a Surgical Technician to assist physicians during surgery across multiple specialties. The role requires an H.S. Diploma or equivalent and graduation from a Surgical Technology or LPN program. Candidates must have 3 years of experience and a Surgical Tech certification, or a total of 10 years of Surgical Tech experience. BCLS certification is also necessary. This position is essential in facilitating patient care and requires handling technical surgical duties.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience and Surgical Tech Certification required.
• In lieu of degree, 7 years of experience can substitute for certification, totaling 10 years of Surgical Tech experience.
• BCLS - Basic Life Support certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the physician during surgery in the Operating Room for multiple specialties.
• Perform technical and some patient care duties under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Function as a clinical specialist across numerous service specialty lines.

Education

H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)

Graduate of a Surgical Technology Program or LPN program

Job description

Overview

Facilitating patient care by assisting the physician during surgery in the Operating Room (OR) for multiple specialties, performing technical and some patient care duties under the direction of a Registered Nurse. Functions as a clinical specialist across numerous service specialty lines. Assumes additional responsibilities for maintaining surgical specialties as necessary and serves as a resource. Functions on a more global level and is more involved in detailed surgical endeavors related to the surgery department.

Qualifications

Education

• H.S. Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) Required and
• Graduate of a Surgical Technology Program or LPN program Required

Work Experience

• 3 years of expereince and Surgical Tech Certification Required or
• In lieu of degree 7 years of experience can be substituted for certification for a total requirement of 10 years of Surgical Tech experience. Required

Licenses and Certifications

• BCLS - Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required and
• LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - State Licensure Current GA LPN License, if applicable Upon Hire Required or
• CST - Certified Surgical Technologist Upon Hire Required

Business Unit : Company Name: Piedmont Atlanta Hospital