Surgical Technician

Lifepoint Health®; Gallatin (TN); Presencial; USD 52.000 - 66.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Tuition assistance

401(k) retirement plan with company-m.

Descripción de la vacante

Lifepoint Health – Highpoint Health - Sumner with Ascension Saint Thomas in Gallatin, TN, seeks a Surgical Technician. Join a dedicated surgical care team to prepare sterile fields, assist the surgeon, and support the circulating nurse during procedures.

Minimum 6 months related experience, high school diploma or equivalent, and BLS from AHA within one month are required. This full-time, day-shift role offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Formación

• Experience with aseptic and sterile technique in a surgical setting.
• Knowledge of human anatomy and surgical procedures beneficial.
• Ability to prepare sterile field, supplies, and equipment.

Responsabilidades

• Prepares the surgical operating suite with drapes, instruments, and supplies.
• Assists surgeon by passing instruments and anticipating needs during surgery.
• Supports circulating nurse and other team members in the sterile process.

Conocimientos

Aseptic technique

Instruments handling

Team support

Educación

High school diploma or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

Your Experience Matters

Highpoint Health - Sumner with Ascension Saint Thomas, formerly Sumner Regional Medical Center 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 Technician joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Job Title: Surgical Technician

Job Type: Full time, Days

How You'll Contribute

The Surgical Technician is a healthcare professional competent of surgical procedures and an integral part of the surgical care team. The Surgical Technician works under the supervision and delegation of a surgeon to facilitate safe and effective surgical procedures. The Surgical Technician is an expert in theory and application of aseptic and sterile technique, knowledgeable of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and surgeon preferences to properly prepare the sterile field, supplies, instrumentation, and equipment. During the surgery, the Surgical Technician provides appropriate instrumentation and assisting through a combination of knowledge, participation, anticipation, and critical thinking. The Surgical Technician works alongside and assists the circulating nurse as well as other members of the surgical team.

Essential Functions

• Prepares surgical operating suite with drapes, solutions, instruments, equipment and supplies
• Ensures good working order of equipment and instruments
• Assists with preparing, transporting, positioning and draping patients
• Passes instruments to physician during surgery
• Receives and processes specimens for delivery to the lab

Why join us

We Believe That Investing In Our Employees Is The First Step To Providing Excellent Patient Care. In Addition To Your Base Compensation, This Position Also Offers

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Requirements

• Minimum of 6 months relative experience required
• High school diploma or equivalent
• BLS required through AHA within one month of hire

More about Highpoint Health - Sumner with Ascension Saint Thomas

Highpoint Health - Sumner with Ascension Saint Thomas, formerly Sumner Regional Medical Center, is a 167 bed Level III Trauma Center who has been providing quality health care to Gallatin, Hendersonville and the surrounding areas for 65 years. Since opening in 1959 as Sumner County Memorial Hospital, Highpoint Health - Sumner has grown from a facility with just 50 employees and seven physicians to a comprehensive health care leader in the community with more than 1,000 employees and 300 physicians.

Highpoint Health - Sumner is fully accredited by The Joint Commission and is governed by a local board of trustees. The hospital is also one of the largest non-government employers in Sumner County.

EEOC Statement

Highpoint Health - Sumner with Ascension Saint Thomas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Highpoint Health - Sumner with Ascension Saint Thomas is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.