Surgical Skilled Technologist - L&D

IU Health; Avon (IN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(K) retirement savings withEmployer

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan forgiveness

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness program incentives

Job summary

IU Health is seeking a part-time Surgical Technologist for the day shift (7:00am–7:00pm) in the Labor and Delivery area at IU West Hospital in Avon, Indiana. You will support the surgical team before, during, and after procedures, ensuring equipment readiness and sterile technique.

The role requires NBSTSA certification within four months, BLS, and strong knowledge of surgical procedures and instrumentation. Team collaboration is essential in a fast-paced OR environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• NBSTSA Certified Surgical Technologist within four months of hire.
• Basic Life Support certification required.
• Ability to access and utilize advanced surgical technology.
• 15 continuing education units annually as required by state law.
• Knowledge of various surgical procedures to anticipate surgeon needs.
• Knowledge of surgical equipment and instrumentation names/functions.
• Maintain sterile field per policies and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist in ensuring presence and proper arrangement of surgical equipment, supplies and instrumentation in the operating room before each operation.
• Assist the surgeon in the operating room as allowed by standards.
• Assist in turnover of the operating room after the procedure, including specimens and supplies, and collaborate with the surgical team.

Skills

Surgical procedure knowledge

Sterile field maintenance

Adaptability to advanced technology

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Surgical Technologist (NBSTSA)

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Job description

Overview

We are looking for team members who are passionate about challenging and significant work for the good of every patient. We are searching for individuals who are compassionate, serve with a purpose, are dedicated to supporting their team, and who seek excellence every day.

This position is a day shift, part-time role, working 7:00am-7:00pm in L&D at IU West Hospital.

Why Join IU Health?

• 401(K) retirement savings with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan forgiveness - Government program that may allow qualifying participants to have the remainder of their student loan balance forgiven (after a set amount of time and specific qualifications have been met)
• Employee Assistance Program - Counseling at no cost to you
• Healthy Results - Participation in our team member wellness programs award points that contribute toward a biweekly financial incentive in your paycheck! The more you participate, the more you earn!

Description

Provides service and support before, during, and after surgical procedures. Assists in ensuring the presence and proper arrangement of surgical equipment, supplies and instrumentation in the operating room prior to each operation. Provides assistance to the surgeon in the operating room as allowed by professional and legal standards. Assists in the turnover of the operating room after the procedure ensuring proper routing and/or processing of all specimens, equipment, instrumentation and supplies. Works as a member of the surgical team with surgeons, anesthesiologists, registered nurses, and other surgical personnel.

• Requires a High School Diploma/GED.
• Requires certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist obtained from the NBSTSA within four months of employment.
• Requires Basic Life Support Certification.
• Requires the ability to resource advanced technology.
• Requires 15 continuing education units annually as required by state law.
• Requires knowledge of various surgical procedures in order to anticipate the needs of the surgeon and to recognize the problems encountered by the surgeon within 12 months of employment.
• Requires knowledge of name and function of surgical equipment and instrumentation.
• Requires strict adherence to policies and regulations regarding maintenance of sterile field.