Surgical Technician or Senior Surgical Technician, 6:30a-7p

Norton Healthcare; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Norton Healthcare is seeking a Surgical Technician or Senior Surgical Technician to assist surgeons during procedures and manage instruments and equipment with precision. You will provide patient-centered care, adapting to patients' ages and needs while maintaining aseptic technique.

The role emphasizes quick decision-making, effective planning, and readiness for emergencies, supported by Norton’s learning and wellness programs.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year surgical tech experience OR completion of a surgical tech program (Diploma) OR completion of a surgical tech apprentice program.
• Three years as a Surgical Technician and certification as CST or CSA for Sr. SurgicalTech role.
• Diploma OR three years of surgical tech experience OR completion of a Surgical Tech Apprentice Program.
• One of CST, CSA, TS-C, CORST, CSFA certifications.

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

Operative care

Patient care

Education

Surgical tech diploma

Surgical tech apprentice program

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 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

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 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).