Surgical Technologist I

Sentara; Virginia, Virginia Beach (MN, VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Surgical Technologist I to join their dynamic team at a leading hospital. This role is crucial in ensuring the operating room is meticulously prepared and the surgical team has the necessary support throughout procedures. With a strong focus on patient safety and sterile techniques, you'll be integral in maintaining a high standard of care. The organization offers an exciting opportunity to grow professionally with a generous sign-on bonus and a comprehensive benefits package, making it an ideal place for those passionate about surgical care.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement

Paid Time Off and Sick Leave

401k/403B with Employer Match

Tuition Assistance

Student Debt Pay Down

Reimbursement for certifications

Pet Insurance

Legal Resources Plan

Annual discretionary bonus opportunity

Qualifications

• Ensures operating room is prepared with necessary instruments and equipment.
• Assists surgical team by passing instruments and maintaining sterile field.

Responsibilities

• Maintains patient safety and ensures a clean, organized surgical environment.
• Assists in applying dressings and transferring patients to recovery areas.

Skills

Surgical Technologist Licensure

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Infection Control Protocols

Education

Surgical Technologist Trade School Degree

Job description

City/State

Virginia Beach, VA

Work Shift

Rotating

Overview:

Sentara is hiring a Surgical Technologist I at Virginia Beach General Hospital in Virginia Beach, Virginia.

Sign on Bonus up to $15,000 offered for qualified candidates.

Overview

The 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.

Education

• Surgical Technologist Trade School Degree REQUIRED

Certification/Licensure

• Virginia Surgical Technologist License REQUIRED
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification REQUIRED

Experience

• No experience required
• Prior Surgical Technologist experience PREFERRED

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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

* Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development

* Pet Insurance

* Legal Resources Plan

* Colleagues may 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.