Surgical Tech, 6:30a-3p

Norton Healthcare, Inc.; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking dedicated Surgical Technicians to join their team. In this rewarding role, you will be responsible for preparing surgical instruments and assisting surgeons during procedures, ensuring the highest standards of patient care. Opportunities for both certified and non-certified technicians are available, with comprehensive training and support. This role not only offers competitive compensation but also provides access to numerous benefits and career development programs. If you are passionate about making a difference in healthcare and thrive in a dynamic environment, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Employee wellness program

Career growth opportunities

Employee resource groups

Volunteer opportunities

Qualifications

• One year surgical tech experience or completion of a surgical tech program required.
• Certification as a Surgical Tech (CST) needed for Senior roles.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and handle surgical instruments and assist during procedures.
• Recognize and respond to urgent situations effectively.

Skills

Surgical instrumentation handling

Patient care

Medical terminology

Aseptic technique

Problem-solving

Education

Surgical tech program completion

Surgical tech apprenticeship completion

Tools

Surgical equipment

Job description

Responsibilities

When you are an employee at Norton Healthcare, you will find real meaning and purpose in your work. Because of the care we provide, more people choose Norton Healthcare for their health care needs than any other system in the community. Discover a rewarding career as Surgical Technician designed with you in mind.

Surgical Technician Responsibilities:

• Preparation and handling of instrumentation and surgical equipment and assisting the surgeon during the surgical procedure.
• Administers care and use of equipment applications based on the age and needs of the patient population served.
• Applying knowledge of specific procedures or specialties, effectively prioritize, and effectively plan and problem solve due to the changing nature of the work situation during surgical procedures.
• Recognizing and supporting the need for immediate response during urgent or emergency situations.
• Possessing basic knowledge of medical terminology, the metric system and aseptic technique, and apply this knowledge in all patient and family interactions.

Surgical Technician

• Not certified? We have opportunities to work under the full scope of practice as a surgical technician in our five area hospitals.
• Surgical Technician roles require one year surgical tech experience or completion of a surgical tech program or completion of a surgical tech apprentice program.

Certified Sr. Surgical Technician

• Certified? We have opportunities to work under the full scope of practice as a surgical technician in our five area hospitals.
• Senior Surgical Technician roles require three years as a Surgical Technician and certification as a Surgical Tech (CST).

As an employee, you will receive competitive compensation and benefits. You also will have access to a variety of programs to enhance your experience and well-being, including learning and career growth opportunities, an employee wellness program, employee resource groups and volunteer opportunities.

To discuss our Surgical Technician opportunities, please apply to this posting or contact us at [e-mail].

Qualifications

Surgical Tech Required

• For Surgical Technician, must have one year surgical tech experience, completion of a surgical tech program or completion of a surgical tech apprentice program.
• For Senior Surgical Technician, must have three years as a Surgical Technician and certification as a Surgical Tech (CST).