Surgical Technologist

Sentara; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $15,000

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k)/403(b) with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital in Virginia Beach, VA, is hiring a Surgical Technologist to support the operating room team by passing instruments, maintaining the sterile field, and assisting the surgeon throughout procedures.

The role requires state licensure, NBSTSA/NCCA certification, and BLS. Sign-on bonus up to $15,000 is offered for qualified candidates, with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits listed in the posting.

Qualifications

• Surgical Technologist licensure required in state of practice.
• NBSTSA/NCCA Surgical Technologist Certification required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required.
• Experience as a Surgical Technologist preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare operating room with instruments and equipment.
• Pass instruments and maintain sterile field during procedures.
• Assist surgical team and anticipate surgeon needs.
• Transfer patients to recovery areas and apply dressings.

Skills

NBSTSA/NCCA Certification

BLS Certification

Surgical team support

Tools

Instruments handling

Sterile field maintenance

Job description

City/StateVirginia Beach, VAWork ShiftMultiple shifts availableOverview:Sentara is hiring a Surgical Technologist at Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, in Virginia Beach, Virginia.Sign on Bonus up to $15,000 offered for qualified candidates.Shift: Full Time, Rotating ShiftOverviewJob DescriptionThe Surgical Technologist ensures that the operating room is properly prepared with the necessary instruments and equipment and assists the surgical team throughout the procedure by passing instruments, maintaining the sterile field, and anticipating the needs of the surgeon. The role involves maintaining patient safety and ensuring that the surgical environment is organized, clean, and sterile. The Surgical Technologist assists in applying dressings, securing surgical drapes and transferring patients to recovery areas. Adheres to infection control protocols and sterile techniques to prevent contamination and ensure patient safety. Works closely with the surgical team to ensure smooth and effective procedures.Surgical Technologist Licensure required in the state of practice.Certification/LicensureVirginia Surgical Technologist License REQUIREDNBSTSA/NCCA Surgical Technologist Certification REQUIREDBasic Life Support (BLS) Certification REQUIREDExperiencePrior Surgical Technologist experience PREFERREDKEYWORDS: Talroo – Allied Health. CST. Surg Tech. Surgical Tech. Surgical Technician. Operation Room Tech. Scrub Tech. Scrub. Surgical. OR Tech. Surgical Technologist. NBSTSA. NCCT. Certified Surg Tech. Certified Surgical Tech. Certified Surgical Technologist. Sign On BonusWe provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $30.26 - $44.75 hourly. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs. Sentara offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k)/403(b) with employer match; paid time off (vacation, sick time, and holidays); paid parental and military leave; educational assistance or student loan repayment; and voluntary benefits.Benefits: Caring For Your Family and Your Career• Medical, Dental, Vision plans• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave• Emergency Backup Care• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans• Life Insurance• 401k/403B with Employer Match• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000•Pet Insurance•Legal Resources Plan•Colleagues have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met.Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, located in Virginia Beach, VA, is home to the region’s only Level III Trauma Center. Our 273-bed facility has a long history of commitment to our communities of Virginia Beach, Eastern Shore, and Northeastern North Carolina, offering specialized tertiary services as well as many advanced clinical services. We are located just 15 minutes from VA Beach Town Center and just a few minutes to the Oceanfront.As a recognized accredited Primary Stroke Center, and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, our hospital specializes in heart, vascular, neuroscience, neurosurgery, orthopedics and spine care, cancer care, advanced imaging, and behavioral health.Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.In support of our mission “to improve health every day,” this is a tobacco-free environment.For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.