Surgical Technician - Operating Room

Kettering Health; Centerville (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Kettering Health in Miamisburg, OH, is seeking a Surgical Technologist to support surgical teams in the OR, preparing sterile instruments and supplies, and assisting with patient transport and perioperative care. The role emphasizes aseptic technique, instrument handling, and collaboration with RNs and surgeons.

The position requires completing preparation tasks, maintaining a safe operating environment, and participating in ongoing educational opportunities.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Surgical Technology from an NBSTA-accredited program or NCCT certification.
• Four years of experience as a surgical technologist with a High School Diploma.
• Four years of on-the-job or military surgical technology training with a High School Diploma.

Responsibilities

• Assist in direct patient care during surgical procedures by selecting, setting up and passing sterile instruments to the surgeon and assistants under RN/surgeon direction.
• Label and handle patient specimens; maintain aseptic technique and infection control.
• Prepare OR table and scrubs; provide instruments, supplies and equipment during surgery.
• Support preoperative and postoperative care as directed by RN; assist with patient transport as needed.

Education

Associate Degree in Surgical Technology or NCCT Certification

Four years of experience as a Surgical Technologist with HS Diploma

Four years applicable on-the-job or military Surgical Technology training with HS Diploma

Job description

Responsibilities & Requirements

The surgical technologist (ST) is responsible for assisting in direct care to patients undergoing surgical intervention by selecting, setting up and passing of sterile instruments to the surgeon and assistants, under the direction of the RN and the surgeon. Responsibilities include, yet, not limited to the following:

• Appropriately labels and handles patient specimens.
• Competently performs Surgical Technologist skills as defined by the unit’s scope of practice.
• Maintains a clean, safe environment free from clutter.
• Receives and responds to appropriate delegation; does not perform skills/care that has not been delegated by a licensed nurse or physician.
• Recognizes and responds appropriately to emergency situations.
• Assists the nurse/physician with patient procedures.
• Performs preceptor activities as requested.
• Participates in one elective educational opportunity.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of aseptic technique in preparing for and assisting in surgical procedures.
• Prepares OR table and scrubs with surgeries.
• Provides necessary instruments, supplies and equipment during surgery.
• Acquires and demonstrates skills needed to operate specialized equipment used in the OR.
• Assist with preoperative and postoperative care as directed by RN
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of surgical procedures and provides necessary instruments, supplies and equipment.
• Assist with patient transport and other patient care duties in the OR.

Job Details

KH Miamisburg | Full-Time | Days

Responsibilities & Requirements

The surgical technologist (ST) is responsible for assisting in direct care to patients undergoing surgical intervention by selecting, setting up and passing of sterile instruments to the surgeon and assistants, under the direction of the RN and the surgeon. Responsibilities include, yet, not limited to the following:

• Appropriately labels and handles patient specimens.
• Competently performs Surgical Technologist skills as defined by the unit’s scope of practice.
• Maintains a clean, safe environment free from clutter.
• Receives and responds to appropriate delegation; does not perform skills/care that has not been delegated by a licensed nurse or physician.
• Recognizes and responds appropriately to emergency situations.
• Demonstrates safe infection control practices.
• Assists the nurse/physician with patient procedures.
• Performs preceptor activities as requested.
• Participates in one elective educational opportunity.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of aseptic technique in preparing for and assisting in surgical procedures.
• Prepares OR table and scrubs with surgeries.
• Provides necessary instruments, supplies and equipment during surgery.
• Acquires and demonstrates skills needed to operate specialized equipment used in the OR.
• Assist with preoperative and postoperative care as directed by RN
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of surgical procedures and provides necessary instruments, supplies and equipment.
• Assist with patient transport and other patient care duties in the OR.

Required Skills, Education And Experience

• Associate Degree in Surgical Technology from a NBSTA accredited program or certification from NCCT; or
• Four (4) years of experience as a surgical technologist with a High School Diploma; or
• Four (4) years applicable on the job or military surgical technology training with a High School Diploma

Required Licenses, Certifications And Registrations

• Certified Surgical Technologist required within one year of hire, if hired without certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Surgical Technology skills required, preferably in a hospital operating room environment
• Experience as a Surgical Technologist preferred

Overview

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 14 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. Our mission is to live God’s love by promoting and restoring health. Our commitment to our patients is to help individuals be their best. With that context, safety is our top priority. We provide an integrated system of healthcare experts committed to providing exceptional care.