Surgical Technologist I - Operating Room , Per Diem

Dartmouth Health; New London (NH); On-site; USD 39,000 - 54,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

Dartmouth Health in New London, NH seeks a Surgical Technologist to join the OR team. You will prepare for surgery, set up instruments and equipment, and maintain sterile technique throughout procedures.

Responsibilities include assisting in surgery, handling specimens, keeping the OR clean, and documenting path and procedure reports. Requires a surgical technology program completion and BLS certification; 2 years of experience preferred, NH registration preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of Surgical Technology School or program recognized by the Association of Surgical Technologists preferred.
• 2 years of experience as a surgical technologist
• Knowledge of Orthopaedic, GYN, and General Surgery preferred.
• Currently Registered with the New Hampshire Board of Registration for Medical Technicians
• REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS: BLS

Responsibilities

• Prepare for surgery by arranging instruments and supplies.
• Assist in surgery and maintain sterile field.
• Share in OR suite cleaning and equipment maintenance.
• Handle surgical specimens.
• Document path and procedure reports.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Surgical instrument handling

Sterilization techniques

Perioperative knowledge

Orthopaedic knowledge

GYN knowledge

General Surgery knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate of Surgical Technology program

Job description

Overview

Participates as a member of the OR team, preparing for surgery, setting up surgical instruments and equipment, assisting in surgery and maintaining surgical suites.

Responsibilities

• Shares in OR suite cleaning, preparation, use and maintenance of specialized equipment & supplies used for surgical procedures.
• Maintains sterilization techniques and disposal of hazardous waste.
• Uses surgical instruments and knowledge of the step-by-step sequences for surgical procedures.
• Handles surgical specimens.
• Files and copies path and procedure chart reports.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of a Surgical Technology School or program recognized by the Association of Surgical Technologists preferred.
• 2 years of experience as a surgical technologist
• Knowledge of Orthopaedic, GYN, and General Surgery preferred.
• Currently Registered with the New Hampshire Board of Registration for Medical Technicians

Required Licensure/Certifications

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS:

• (BLS) Basic Life Support

• Area of Interest: Allied Health
• Pay Range: $28.00/Hr. - $39.20/Hr.
• FTE/Hours per pay period: .01 hrs/per week (per diem/temp)
• Shift: Day
• Job ID: 41470

Dartmouth Health offers a total compensation package that includes a comprehensive selection of benefits. Our Core Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement plans.

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