Surgical Technician or Senior Surgical Technician, 6:30a-5p

Norton Healthcare, Inc.; Louisville (KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Norton Healthcare, Inc. in Louisville is seeking a Surgical Technician or Senior Surgical Technician to join our operating room team.

You will support surgeons by preparing instruments, assisting during procedures, and ensuring patient safety. The role requires either 1 year of surgical tech experience or a Diploma in Surgical Technology, with advanced senior qualifications including three years of experience and certification options such as CST or CSFA.

Qualifications

• 1 year surgical tech experience or diploma in Surgical Technology
• Apprentice program completion acceptable
• Senior role requires CST/CSA/TS-C, CORST or CSFA certification

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

Skills

Surgical experience

Aseptic technique

Problem solving

Patient care

Education

Diploma in Surgical Technology

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 Technician or Senior Surgical Technician with you in mind.

Surgical Technician or Senior Surgical Technician 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.

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

Senior SurgicalTech Required

• Three years as a Surgical Technician
• 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).