Surgical Technician or Senior Surgical Technician, Days

Norton Healthcare, Inc.; Jeffersonville (IN); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee wellness program

Learning and career growth

Volunteer opportunities

Job summary

Norton Healthcare in Indiana is seeking Surgical Technician or Senior Surgical Technician. The role involves preparing and handling surgical instruments, assisting surgeons, and providing patient care tailored to age and needs.

You will adapt to changing surgical conditions and respond to emergencies with aseptic technique and precise terminology. Opportunities for growth and employee wellness are available.

Qualifications

• 1 year of surgical tech experience or completion of a surgical tech program or apprenticeship.
• Senior role requires three years as a Surgical Technician and 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.

Education

Diploma in Surgical Technology

Surgical Tech Apprenticeship 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 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. Surgical Tech 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).