SURGICAL TECH I/AMC/CVOR/FT

Premier Health Partners; MIDDLETOWN (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Surgical Tech I in Middletown, Ohio. The Surgical Technologist will assist in the Operating Room, ensuring the availability of sterile supplies and supporting the surgical team during procedures. The ideal candidate should hold a high school diploma or GED, have CPR certification, and preferably be certified as a Surgical Technologist. No previous experience is necessary, making this an excellent opportunity for new graduates to start their careers.

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate knowledge of surgical procedures and instrumentation.
• CPR certification is required.
• Must achieve certification as a Surgical Technologist through an accredited program.

Responsibilities

• Assist during surgical procedures in the scrub role.
• Ensure availability of sterile supplies and instrumentation.
• Provide orientation and training to new team members.

Skills

Knowledge of surgical procedures

Knowledge of sterile techniques

Multitasking ability

Interpersonal skills

Basic computer knowledge

Education

High School completion / GED

Diploma in Surgical Technology

Associates Degree in Surgical Technology

Job description

Job Title: Surgical Tech I

Unit: Operating Room

Shift: Varies, w/e, holiday, on‑call

Facility: AMC

The Surgical Technologist (ST) performs technical functions to assist in the delivery of patient care within the Operating Room or other areas of the hospital as assigned. The ST provides assistance to other health care providers such as Registered Nurses, anesthesia staff, surgeons and other professionals. The primary role of the ST is to perform in the ‘scrub’ role during surgical procedures and to ensure availability of all sterile supplies, instrumentation, and equipment. Additionally, the ST provides orient/training to new team members, participates in very complex cases, and is responsible for driving PI projects to completion.

Essential Duties & Functions

• Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of surgical procedures and instrumentation.
• Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of sterile technique, “scrubbing” and sterilization practices.
• Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of equipment used in the operating room.
• Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of medications used during a surgical procedure.
• Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of the handling of specimens.
• Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of patient care in the operating room (prepping, draping, positioning, moving etc.)
• Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of cleaning in surgery (instrumentation, OR rooms etc.)
• Assist the surgery team with room turn over and preparation of procedures.

Education Required: High School completion / GED

Additional Requirements

Area of study or major: Surgical Technology

Preferred educational qualifications: Diploma; Associates Degree in the field of Surgical Technology; Military Training; 5 or more years of experience without a degree.

Licensure/Certification/Registration

Current CPR is required.

Certified as a Surgical Technologist under the Liaison Council on Certification for the Surgical Technologist by graduating from a CAAHEP and passing a national certification examination (CST) OR, certification under the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) preferred.

Experience Required: No prior job-related work experience

Knowledge/Skills

Must be able to multitask with interruptions while maintaining a professional demeanor.

Basic computer knowledge.

Effective interpersonal and communication skills.