Surgical Technician

Memorial Physician Practices; Elko (NV); On-site; USD 38,531 - 56,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Flexible-spending and health-savings accounts

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) matching

Job summary

Memorial Physician Practices in Elko, Nevada is seeking a Surgical Technician for a full-time position. The role involves assisting the surgical team during procedures, maintaining a sterile field, and ensuring instruments are properly prepared. Applicants should have at least one year of OR experience or have graduated from a Surgical Technician program.

The position offers a salary range of $27.97 - $40.97 per hour, comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and tuition reimbursement, as well as opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of experience in a general OR environment required.
• BLS Certification required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgical team during procedures and anticipate needs.
• Prepare and maintain equipment and instruments in the OR suite.
• Ensure quality patient care during operative procedures.

Skills

Assisting surgical team

Maintaining sterile field

Knowledge of surgical instruments

BLS Certification

Education

Graduation from a Surgical Technician/Scrub Tech program

Job description

Job Title: Surgical Technician

Job Type: Full Time (FT)

Schedule: Days – 40 hours/week, M-F 8 hours per day, based on scheduled cases. 1 in 4 calls and 1 in 4 weekends required. Approximately 2500 cases/year.

Your experience matters: Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Surgical Technologist joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier.

Qualifications and requirements

• Assists the surgical team during the surgical procedure(s). Understands the procedures being performed and can anticipate the needs of the surgeon by passing instruments and supplies during the procedure. Transports to the decontamination room upon completion of the surgical procedure.
• Prepares and maintains equipment and surgical instruments in the OR suite and ensures their proper set-up. Responsible for all instruments, maintaining them in good working order, and assuring the availability of needed instruments to perform all surgical cases.
• Maintains sterile field and counts all instruments, sponges, needles, etc. needed for each case. Has the necessary knowledge and ability to ensure quality patient care during operative procedures.
• Cleans, assembles, and prepares instruments, equipment, and supplies for sterilization when needed. Follows proper sterilization processes. Participates in testing and recording of all Biotesting for the sterilizers and autoclaves in the department as needed.
• Work Experience: At least 1 year of experience in a general OR environment required or graduation from a Surgical Technician/Scrub Tech program.
• BLS Certification required within 30 days of hire.

What do we offer:

• Shift differential
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health-savings accounts
• Competitive paid time off and extended illness bank package for full-time employees
• Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage
• Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program, including mental, physical, and financial wellness
• Professional development and growth opportunities

Salary Range: $27.97 - $40.97

EEOC Statement

Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran