Surgical Technician, 6:30a-5p

Norton Healthcare, Inc.; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth programs

Wellness programs

Employee resource groups

Job summary

Norton Healthcare, Inc. is seeking a Surgical Tech in Louisville, Kentucky. In this role, you will prepare surgical instruments and assist during procedures while ensuring patient care is prioritized.

The position requires either one year of experience or completion of an accredited surgical tech program. For senior roles, three years of experience and relevant certification are necessary. Join us to make a difference in our community.

Qualifications

• 1-year surgical tech experience or diploma completion.
• Three years as a Surgical Technician and certification required for senior role.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and handle surgical instruments.
• Assist the surgeon during procedures.
• Respond to emergency situations.

Skills

Surgical instrument handling

Patient care

Problem-solving

Medical terminology

Education

Diploma from surgical tech program

Certification as Surgical Tech

Job description

Responsibilities

At Norton Healthcare, you will find purpose in your work, providing care that makes us the community's top choice for health care. Explore a rewarding career as a Surgical Tech with you in mind.

Surgical Tech Responsibilities:

• Prepare and handle surgical instruments and equipment, assisting the surgeon during procedures
• Administer care and use of equipment based on patient age and needs
• Prioritize, plan and problem-solve effectively, adapting to changing situations during surgeries
• Respond promptly to urgent or emergency situations
• Apply knowledge of medical terminology, the metric system and aseptic technique in all patient and family interactions

As an employee, you will have access to programs for career growth, wellness, employee resource groups and volunteer opportunities.

To discuss our Surgical Tech opportunities, please apply to this posting.

Qualifications

Surgical Tech Required

• 1-year surgical tech experience OR completion of a surgical tech program (Diploma) OR successful completion of a surgical tech apprentice program

Sr. Surgical Tech Required

• Three years as a Surgical Technician and certification as a Surgical Tech (CST) or Surgical Tech Assist (CSA)
• Diploma OR three years of surgical tech experience OR successful completion of a Surgical Tech Apprentice Program
• One of: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST), Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA), Tech in Surgery-Certified (TS-C), Certified Operating Room and Surgical Technician (CORST), or Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA).