Surgical Technologist

IHA; Waterbury (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Health Insurance Starting Day 1

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Saint Mary's Hospital, part of Trinity Health Of New England, is seeking a Nursing Support professional for day shift. The role involves assisting nurses, maintaining sterile fields, and ensuring safety in pre-operative processes within an integrated hospital system.

The Nursing Support team provides safe health care services under supervision, with a strong emphasis on patient care and adherence to policies. Equal opportunity employer and competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Operating Room Technology.
• NBSTSA certification eligible; must pass the certification exam within 18 months from date of hire.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of Operating Room Technology

NBSTSA certification eligible pass within 18 months from date of hire

BLS certification

Job description

Description

Come join the Nursing Support team at Saint Mary's Hospital, part of Trinity Health Of New England! We are a member of the nationwide Trinity Health family, bringing compassionate care to our communities.

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

Come join the Nursing Support team at Saint Mary's Hospital, part of Trinity Health Of New England! We are a member of the nationwide Trinity Health family, bringing compassionate care to our communities.

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
• $7,500 Sign on Bonus (External Candidates)
• Our Mission and Core Values
• Great Benefits and Health Insurance Coverage - Starting Day 1
• Career growth and advancement potential

Ministry/Facility Information

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.