Surgical Technologist

Novant Health; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

Novant Health is hiring a Surgical Technologist for the Operating Room at New Hanover Regional Medical Center in Wilmington, NC. The role is full-time days in the OR with responsibilities including scrub, gown, glove, instrument setup, and assisting the surgeon during procedures.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and be graduates of an accredited Surgical Technology program or have Military training (68D). CST certification is preferred and state-specific requirements may apply.

Qualifications

• Must have CST/TS-C/NRCST/SA-C certification; state-specific requirements may apply.
• Graduate of an accredited School of Surgical Technology or Military Training Equivalent (68D).
• Previous Surgical Technologist experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists with patient care in the OR while following policies and procedures.
• Maintains clinical and professional surgical services competencies.
• Assists in preparing sterile field, gowns, gloves, and instruments.
• Performs counts and passes instruments to the surgeon during procedures.
• Maintains sterile technique and assists in room cleanup and setup for next patient.

Skills

Sterile technique

Patient care

Communication skills

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Accredited School of Surgical Technology or 68D training

Job description

What We Offer

Novant Health is hiring for a Surgical technologist for the Operating Room at our New Hanover Regional Medical Center location in Wilmington, NC.

• Schedule: Full Time- Days
• Department: Operating Room
• Benefits: This position iseligible for benefits.

What You\'ll Do

• Assists with patient care while complying with Novant Health policies and procedures and regulatory standards.
• Maintains clinical and professional surgical services competencies.
• Assists in maintaining the security of medications.
• Practices effective interpersonal communication skills
• Under supervision and direction, checks supplies and equipment needed for surgical procedure. Scrubs, gowns, and gloves.
• Sets up sterile table with instruments, supplies, equipment, and medications/solutions needed for procedure.
• Performs counts per Novant Health policy.
• Gowns and gloves surgeon and assistants.
• Helps in draping sterile field. Passes instruments, etc., to surgeon during procedure.
• Maintains highest standard of sterile technique during procedure.
• Prepares sterile dressings.
• Cleans and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization.
• Assists other members of team with cleaning of room.
• Assists in prepping room for the next patient.
• All other duties as assigned.

What We\'re Looking For

• Education: High School Diploma or GED, required. Graduate of an accredited School of Surgical Technology program or Military Training Equivalent (68D – Operating Room Specialist). For incumbents who are not graduates of an accredited School of Surgical Technology or have certification please see additional skills required. Online Surgical Tech program credits will not be accepted.
• Experience: Previous Surgical Technologist experience, preferred.
• Licensure/Certification: Current Surgical Tech Certification (CST, TS-C, NRCST, or SA-C), preferred. Current Surgical Tech Certification - based on state specific regulations (South Carolina Region Only), required.
• Additional Skills (required): For incumbents who are not graduates of an accredited School of Surgical Technology or have certification the following additional requirements may apply: recommended for new graduates to obtain certification within 12 months of hire. Ability to successfully complete generic and department-specific skill validation and competency testing. Demonstrate effective and appropriate customer service skills, verbal and nonverbal communication techniques, interpersonal relationship skills, and time management skills

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.