Surgical Tech

Tenet Healthcare; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $20,000 Sign on Bonus

Health screening and background check included in onboarding

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Waltham is seeking a Surgical Technician to assist during surgical procedures. The role involves demonstrating knowledge in the scrub role, managing sterile supplies, and handling instruments during operations. Candidates should have graduated from a state-regulated surgical technician program and possess BLS certification, with preference given to those with experience. This position may require work availability for on-call duties and provides a sign-on bonus for eligible new hires.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a surgical technician program as required by state regulation.
• BLS certification is required.
• 1 year of experience as a surgical technician is preferred.
• Surgical Technology Certification (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge and skills in the scrub role during surgeries.
• Set up required equipment and sterile supplies for surgeries.
• Pass instruments and equipment during surgical procedures.
• Available for call on scheduled basis as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Instrumentation handling

Operating room setup

Education

Graduate of surgical technician program

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Up to $20,000 Sign on Bonus for Eligible New Hires!

Position Summary

The Surgical Technician demonstrates basic knowledge and skills in the scrub role, necessary to provide assistance during surgical procedures.

Responsibilities

• aseptic technique, setting up the required equipment, instrumentation and sterile supplies as needed for their assigned cases;
• scrubbing and passing instruments and equipment during surgical procedures;
• pulling cases as needed, breaking down cases at the end of the procedure, sets up operating room and supplies needed for day/following day\'s schedule;
• available for call on an assigned scheduled basis as required by unit need;
• when need arises, will perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications

• Education: Required: Graduate of surgical technician program as required by state regulation of practice or policy.
• Experience: Preferred: 1 year experience as a surgical technician.
• Certifications: Required: BLS.
• Preferred: Surgical Technology Certification.

Tenet complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date. If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law.

Onboarding Process: Please be advised that candidates must successfully complete a background check and pre-employment health screening which includes a drug screen.