Surgical Technologist - Per Diem

MaineGeneral Medical Center; Waterville (ME); On-site; USD 48,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Wellness programs

Earned time off

Parental leave

403(b) retirement plan with company-m/

Job summary

MaineGeneral Medical Center in Waterville, ME, is hiring a Surgical Technologist to join our operating room team. New graduates are encouraged to apply and you will work with skilled surgeons in modern ORs equipped with advanced technology.

Responsibilities include preparing the operating suite, assisting with patient positioning, passing instruments, and handling specimens. BLS must be completed within 6 months of hire.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited post-secondary Surgical Technology program.
• New Graduates are strongly encouraged to apply.
• Certification: CST preferred by NBSTSA.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surgical operating suite with drapes, solutions, instruments, equipment and supplies.
• Assist with preparing, transporting, positioning and draping patients.
• Pass instruments to the physician during surgery and continually account for instruments and supplies.
• Receive and process specimens for delivery to the laboratory.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Patient care

Education

Accredited Surgical Technology program

Job description

Job Description Summary:MaineGeneral is hiring a Surgical Technologist to join our team at the Thayer Center for Health in Waterville — and new graduates are encouraged to apply!Step into a rewarding career as part of our dedicated surgical team, where you’ll work alongside highly skilled surgeons in spacious, well-lit operating rooms designed for both patient and staff comfort. Our state-of-the-art facilities feature advanced surgical technology, including robotics, allowing you to grow your skills in an innovative, fast-paced environment where your work truly makes a difference.Job Description:What You'll Do:Prepares surgical operating suite with drapes, solutions, instruments, equipment, and supplies. Ensures good working order of equipment and instruments.Assists with preparing, transporting, positioning, and draping patients.Passes instruments to the physician during surgery. Continually accounts for the number and location of instruments and supplies during surgery.Receives and processes specimens for delivery to the laboratory.What You Bring:Education: Completion of an accredited post-secondary Surgical Technology program. New Graduates are strongly encouraged to apply.Certification: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) preferred.Clinical Skills & Teamwork: Excellent communication skills with the ability to deliver high-quality patient care, work collaboratively within a surgical team, and provide exceptional customer service.Commitment to Excellence: A dedication to maintaining high standards of patient care and professionalism, contributing to a positive, supportive surgical environment.Professional Growth: Interest in ongoing learning and staying current with advances in surgical technology, techniques, and best practices.Basic Life Support (BLS): Required within 6 months of hire.Why Join MaineGeneral:Competitive Pay and Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, and wellness programsWork-Life Balance: Earned time off, paid parental leave, and moreFinancial Security: 403(b) retirement plan with up to 4% company matchCareer Growth: Professional development and advancement opportunitiesStudent Loan Assistance: Potential reimbursement to help you thriveCompensation Information:$23.20 - $40.60The hourly pay range shown represents the base pay range for this position. Individual pay is determined based on factors such as experience, qualifications, skills, and market considerations. In addition to base pay, eligible team members may earn additional compensation through shift, weekend, holiday, on-call, and other applicable differentials. We are proud to offer a competitive total rewards package designed to recognize our caregivers and support them in delivering exceptional care to the communities we serve.Scheduled Weekly Hours:0Job Exempt:NoBenefits:Supporting all aspects of our employees’ wellness – physical, emotional and financial – is a critical component of being a great place to work. With the wide range of benefits and programs available, employees have the resources they need to be well at every stage of life and plan for the future.Physical Wellness:We offer wellness programs and resources to provide employees access to resources for a healthy lifestyle.Emotional Wellness:When life gets challenging, employees have access to our Employee Assistance Program for employees and anyone in their household.Financial Wellness:Access the wages you’ve already earned before payday with Payactiv, giving you greater flexibility over your finances.We offer eligible employees up to 2% of eligible pay in 403(b) company-matching contributions plus another 2% in the 401(a) retirement income plan.Career Mobility:Helping our employees develop their skills and grow their careers is critical to how we retain our talent and sustain our business. We do this by offering our teammates a variety of leadership-supported programs and learning and development resources for every stage of their professional development. We know that our employees are our most valuable resource – they’re how we grow our business and care for our community.Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Vet/Disability Assistive technologies are available. Application assistance for those requesting reasonable accommodation to the career site is available by contacting HR at [phone] .