Surgical Technician, Certified

Lifepoint Health; Vernal (UT); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) matching

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Ashley Regional Medical Center, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a Surgical Tech for a full-time position in Vernal, Utah. The role requires maintaining sterile technique, passing instruments, and supporting the surgical team throughout procedures.

The candidate should have a high school diploma or equivalent and preferably graduation from a surgical technology program. BLS certification within one month of hire is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred; surgical technologists graduate from a surgical technology program.
• Candidates must show ability to think critically, judge decisively, and work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the sterile field and aseptic technique in the operating room.
• Assist the surgical team by passing instruments, sutures, and sponges during surgery.
• Set up the operating room before procedures and keep the sterile table organized.
• Prepare patients for surgery, transport and position them, and cover with sterile drapes.
• Adhere to hospital standards and participate in in-service trainings.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Work with minimal supervision

Stress management

Patient preparation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Surgical technology program graduate

Tools

Sterilizers

Suction machines

Electrosurgical units

Sterile instruments handling

Job description

Ashley Regional Medical Center

Surgical Tech

Job Type: FT

Schedule: Days

Your experience matters

Ashley 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 Tech 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.

Position Summary:

Maintain the sterile field in the operating room, being constantly vigilant to see that proper aseptic techniques are utilized to prevent contamination and infection. To assist the surgical team as the sterile member who passes instruments, sutures, and sponges during surgery. Reports to: Director Surgery/OR

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred; Surgical technologists graduate from a surgical technology program (Years of relevant experience may be substituted for required education/certification.

License:

Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) required one month from hire date

What we’re looking for

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred; Surgical technologists graduate from a surgical technology program (Years of relevant experience may be substituted for required education/certification.
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Before an operation, helps set up the operating room and organizes the sterile table with surgical instruments and equipment, sterile linens, and sterile solutions.
• Checks, adjusts, and operates equipment such as sterilizers, lights, suction machines, electrosurgical units, and diagnostic equipment.
• Maintains a supply of fluids such as plasma, saline, blood, and glucose for use during the operation.
• Prepares patients for surgery by washing, shaving, and disinfecting incision sites. Also transports, positions patients on the table, and covers them with sterile surgical "drapes".
• Scrubs hands and arms, puts on sterile operating room attire to be able to work within the sterile field established around the patient, and handles the sterilized instruments, equipment, and supplies used in the procedure.
• Anticipates the needs of the surgeon, passing instruments and efficiently providing sterile items.
• Helps prepare, care for, and dispose of specimens taken for laboratory analysis, holds retractors, cuts sutures, and applies dressings as directed. Cleans and restocks the operating room.
• Adheres to The Joint Commission (TJC) on professional standards and attends hospital in-service training sessions as directed. Provides age-appropriate care for all age groups.
• Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health-savings accounts
• Competitive paid time off 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

What do we offer:

• 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.

About Us

Ashley Regional Medical Center is a 39-bed hospital located in Vernal, Utah, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

Ashley Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ashley Regional Medical Center 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