Surgical Technician or Senior Surgical Technician, Days With Call

Norton Healthcare, Inc.; Louisville (KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Norton Healthcare in Louisville is seeking skilled Surgical Technicians to prepare instruments, support the surgeon, and ensure patient safety throughout procedures. This role involves handling instruments, ensuring aseptic technique, and adapting to evolving operative scenarios, with emphasis on patient age-based needs and rapid response to emergencies.

The Senior Surgical Technician track requires CST/CSA certification and relevant experience, with opportunities for advancement through the

Qualifications

• 1-year surgical tech experience OR completion of a surgical tech program (Diploma) OR successful completion of a surgical tech apprentice program
• 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: 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

Certification CST/CSA/TS-C/CORST/CSFA

Apprentice program

Education

Diploma in Surgical Technology

Surgical Tech Apprenticeship

Certification: CST/CSA/TS-C/CORST/CSFA

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.

To discuss our Surgical Technician or Senior Surgical Technician 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 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).