Surgical Technologist

Trinityhealth; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Career growth

Day-one benefits

Job summary

The Nursing Support (NS) colleague at Trinity Health Of New England provides safe, quality care under supervision of a registered nurse in the operating room setting. The role is full-time with day shift, focusing on sterile technique, scrubbing and assisting with circulating tasks.

Minimum qualifications include graduation from an accredited Operating Room Technology program, NBSTSA certification (registry eligible with 18 months to complete), and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited OR Technology program.
• NBSTSA certification completed or registry eligible (18 months to pass).
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Scrubbing and assisting with circulating tasks.
• Arranging instruments on sterile field.
• Maintaining an aseptic controlled environment.
• Assisting with pre-operative chart review and checklist.

Skills

Sterile field management

Scrubbing assistance

Education

Operating Room Technology program graduate

NBSTSA certification

BLS certification

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift

Position Purpose

The Nursing Support (NS) colleague (uncertified, certified, unlicensed, or licensed) provides safe, quality health care services & / or assistance to patients under the supervision & direction of a registered nurse or other designated health care professional in accordance with level of experience, education, policies & procedures.

What you will do

• Scrubbing and assisting with circulating tasks.


• Arranging instruments on sterile field.


• Maintaining an aseptic controlled environment.


• Assisting with pre-operative review of charts; pre-operative checklist.

Working Conditions:

• Perform activities that require standing / walking with the ability to vary / adjust physical position or activity.


• Lift a maximum of 30 pounds unassisted.


• Use of upper & lower extremities, engage in bending / stooping / reaching & pushing / pulling.


• Work indoors (subject to travel requirements) under temperature-controlled & well-lit conditions.


• Encounter worksites (e.g., patient homes) or travel to worksites that may have variable internal & external environmental conditions.


• Perform work that involves physical efforts (e.g., transporting, moving, positioning & / or ambulating patients).

Minimum Qualifications

• Education : Graduate of an accredited school of Operating Room Technology


• Licensure : Successful completion of national exam for certification by NBSTSA. Registry Eligible must pass the certification exam within 18 months from date of hire.


• Certification : BLS required.

Position Highlights and Benefits

• Full-Time, 40 Hours- Day Shift


• Great Benefits and Health Insurance Coverage - Starting Day 1


• Career growth and advancement potential

Trinity Health Of New England is an integrated health care delivery system that is comprised of world-class providers and facilities dedicated to full spectrum preventative, acute, and post-acute care. We aim to deliver top level care to increase our community's overall health at lower costs. While we serve nearly 3 million people, we are proud to be a part of a national system that focuses on putting our patients first and having the best colleagues to do so.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.