Surgical Technician, 6:30a-7p

Norton Healthcare, Inc.; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee wellness program

Learning and career growth opportunities

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Norton Healthcare, Inc. in Louisville, Kentucky is seeking a Surgical Tech to provide essential support in surgical procedures. You will prepare and handle surgical instruments, assist surgeons, and ensure patient safety during operations.

Ideal candidates must have either one year of surgical tech experience or have completed a surgical tech program. Senior Surgical Tech applicants should possess three years of experience and relevant certifications. Join us to make a difference in patient care!

Qualifications

• 1 year surgical tech experience or completion of a surgical tech program.
• Three years as a Surgical Technician and relevant certification for Sr. Surgical Tech.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Surgical instrumentation

Aseptic technique

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Education

Diploma in Surgical Technology or equivalent

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 aSurgical Techwith 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 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 ourSurgical Tech opportunities,please apply to this posting.

Qualifications

Surgical Tech Required

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

Sr. SurgicalTech 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 ORsuccessful 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).