Surgical Technician or Senior Surgical Technician, Days With Call

Norton Healthcare; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Norton Healthcare in Louisville, KY, is seeking Surgical Technician candidates to support operating room procedures and patient care. The role covers instrument preparation, aseptic technique, and age-appropriate care, with emphasis on teamwork and rapid response to emergencies.

Senior Surgical Technician responsibilities include three years’ experience, completion of a diploma or apprenticeship, and certification in CST/CSA/TS-C/CORST/CSFA as applicable.

Qualifications

• 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 requires three years as a Surgical Technician plus Diploma OR three years of experience or an Apprenticeship, and one of CST/CSA/TS-C/CORST/CSFA.

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

Aseptic technique

Medical terminology

Patient care

Urgent response

Education

Surgical Tech Diploma

Surgical Tech Apprenticeship

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

• 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

Surgical Technician or Senior Surgical Technician

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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).