Surgical Technician, Surgery/Operating Room, 6:30a-7p

Davita Inc.; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Kentucky is seeking skilled Surgical Technicians and Senior Surgical Technicians for its hospitals. The roles demand excellence in surgical procedures and patient care, with respective education and experience requirements. Applicants will enjoy competitive compensation and benefits, including career growth opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Employee wellness program

Learning and career growth opportunities

Employee resource groups

Volunteer opportunities

Qualifications

• One year surgical tech experience or completion of a surgical tech apprentice program required for Surgical Technicians.
• Three years as a Surgical Technician and certification (CST) required for Senior Technicians.

Responsibilities

• Preparation and handling of surgical instrumentation and equipment.
• Administers care based on patient needs during surgical procedures.
• Responds promptly to urgent and emergency situations.

Skills

Medical terminology

Aseptic technique

Problem-solving

Prioritization

Education

Completion of a surgical tech program

Certification as a Surgical Tech (CST)

Job description

Responsibilities

When you are an employee at Norton Healthcare, you will find real meaning and purpose in your work. Because of the care we provide, more people choose Norton Healthcare for their health care needs than any other system in the community. Discover a rewarding career as Surgical Technician or Sr Surgical Technician designed with you in mind.

Surgical Technician Responsibilities:

• Preparation and handling of instrumentation and surgical equipment and assisting the surgeon during the surgical procedure.
• Administers care and use of equipment applications based on the age and needs of the patient population served.
• Applying knowledge of specific procedures or specialties, effectively prioritize, and effectively plan and problem solve due to the changing nature of the work situation during surgical procedures.
• Recognizing and supporting the need for immediate response during urgent or emergency situations.
• Possessing basic knowledge of medical terminology, the metric system and aseptic technique, and apply this knowledge in all patient and family interactions.

Surgical Technician

• Not certified? We have opportunities to work under the full scope of practice as a surgical technician in our five area hospitals.

• Surgical Technician roles require one year surgical tech experience or completion of a surgical tech program or completion of a surgical tech apprentice program.

Certified Sr. Surgical Technician

• Certified? We have opportunities to work under the full scope of practice as a surgical technician in our five area hospitals.
• Senior Surgical Technician roles require three years as a Surgical Technician and certification as a Surgical Tech (CST).

As an employee, you will receive competitive compensation and benefits. You also 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 opportunities, please apply to this posting or contact us at [e-mail].

Qualifications

Required:

• For Surgical Technician, must have one year surgical tech experience, completion of a surgical tech program or completion of a surgical tech apprentice program.
• For Senior Surgical Technician, must have three years as a Surgical Technician and certification as a Surgical Tech (CST).