Surgical Tech

Catholic Health Initiatives; Kearney (NE); On-site; USD 72,812,000 - 108,354,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Education assistance

Job summary

CHI Health Good Samaritan is seeking a Surgical Tech to help prepare the operating room and support the surgical team across a variety of procedures for patients.

Each day you will set up surgical equipment, assist the surgical team, and ensure a sterile environment while adapting quickly and collaborating within the OR team to aid in patient healing. An on-call role with a tight 30-minute response is included, along with a $9,000 sign-on bonus and up to $7,000 in education assistance.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program.
• Certification in Surgical Technology preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required
• Compensation will differ based on certification status (certified vs. non-certified Techs). Both are encouraged to apply

Responsibilities

• Prepare and sterilize all surgical supplies, instruments, solutions, and medications.
• Meticulously organize sterile tables and anticipate surgical team needs.
• Perform accurate counts, manage specimens, and uphold the highest sterile technique.
• Ensure a safe environment, report issues, and assist with OR turnaround.
• Provide essential on-call support with a 30-minute response time

Skills

BLS certification

Education

Accredited Surgical Technology program

Surgical Technology certification

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Surgical Tech, you will help prepare the operating room and surgical team so they can successfully perform a variety of surgical procedures for patients.

Every day you will set up surgical equipment and instruments, assist the surgical team, and ensure a sterile environment. You will be expected to adapt quickly, collaborate effectively within the OR team, and contribute directly to the patient's healing process.

To be successful in this role, you must possess adaptability, a strong team-player mindset, and enthusiasm for supporting complex surgical procedures.

• Prepare and sterilize all surgical supplies, instruments, solutions, and medications.
• Meticulously organize sterile tables and anticipate surgical team needs.
• Perform accurate counts, manage specimens, and uphold the highest sterile technique.
• Ensure a safe environment, report issues, and assist with OR turnaround.
• Provide essential on-call support with a 30-minute response time.

We are offering a $9,000 Sign-on Bonus and up to $7,000 in Education Assistance

Job Requirements

Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program

Certification in Surgical Technology preferred

Basic Life Support (BLS) required

Compensation will differ based on certification status (certified vs. non-certified Techs). Both are encouraged to apply

Where You'll Work

Established by the Sisters of the St. Francis in 1924, CHI Health Good Samaritan is a 268-bed regional referral center in Kearney, Neb. At CHI Health Good Samaritan, you’ll find an advanced level trauma center that also offers AirCare emergency helicopter transport and an ambulance program providing long distance and local 911 service. Among our many other services are cardiac care including open-heart surgery, a level II neonatal intensive care unit, a nationally accredited cancer center, comprehensive neurosurgery, advanced orthopedic program, and inpatient and outpatient mental health services at our free-standing Richard Young Behavioral Health facility.

Pay Range

$25.42 - $37.82 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.