Surgical Technician & Senior Tech - Impactful OR Support

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

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