Surgical Technologist Weekend Program

Hugh Chatham Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 39,000 - 59,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health Benefits

Retirement Plan

Educational Assistance

Job summary

Advocate Health in Charlotte, NC is seeking an experienced Surgical Technologist to support neurosurgery, spine, cardiothoracic, vascular, complex orthopedics and robotics in our operating rooms. The role requires 5 years of OR experience, NBSTSA/NCCT certification, and BLS.

This full-time position features 12-hour weekend shifts, a 40-hour work week, and a competitive pay range with comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology or completion of military training for Surgical Technology or Operating Room Specialist
• Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider
• Current NBSTSA or NCCT certification
• 5 years of total operating room experience in surgical technologist role; 2 years in specialized areas such as neurosurgery/spine, cardiothoracic, vascular, complex ortho, robotics

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of aseptic technique and its application
• Assist in obtaining/organizing supplies and instruments for procedures
• Prepare instruments for terminal sterilization
• Assist RN circulator with patient prep, supply assembly, and room turnover
• Support specialized procedures in neurosurgery/spine, cardiothoracic, vascular, robotics
• Ensure sterility of supplies and accurate charge submission
• Document sterilization activities and participate in training/quality improvement

Skills

Aseptic technique

Education

Accredited school of Surgical Technology

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Surgical instruments

Job description

Schedule Details/Additional Information

12 hour shifts available on the weekends

Status

Full time

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Hours Per Week

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information

12 hour shifts available on the weekends

Sign on bonus & relocation assistance is available

Pay Range

$28.55 - $42.85

Major Responsibilities

• Possesses a thorough knowledge of aseptic technique and its application.
• Assists in obtaining and organizing supplies and instruments prior, during and after surgical procedure.
• Cleans and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization.
• Assists Registered Nurse circulator in preparation of patient, assembly of supplies, instruments, equipment, and proper disposition of all specimens; assists with all aspects of room turnover.
• Assigned to heightened specialized procedures: neurosurgery and spine, cardiothoracic, vascular, complex orthopedics, and robotics.
• Performs duties according to department policy and procedure.
• Monitors surgical supplies and instrumentation for sterility prior to use and ensures that supplies are used in a judicious manner, charges are documented/submitted accurately and appropriately.
• Monitors and documents sterilization activities for completion.
• Attends in-services/staff meetings; exhibits knowledge of current department related issues and participates in Performance Improvement Process.
• Participates in educational opportunities to increase competency and meet personal needs and goals.
• Assists in the development of policies, procedures, and standards.
• Serves as a preceptor, and a clinical resource to others.
• Assumes responsibility for individual specified unit clinical projects and oversees service lines as needed.

Minimum Job Requirements

Education: Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology required or successful completion of military training program for Surgical Technology or Operating Room Specialist. High school diploma or GED required.

Certification / License: Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider required. Current NBSTSA or NCCT certification required.

Work Experience: 5 years of total operating room experience in surgical technologist role required; 2 years of specialized training in one of the following areas, neurosurgery, and spine, cardiothoracic, vascular, complex ortho, and robotics required. Meets all ST III qualifications of Surgical Tech Ladder.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities: Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses the ability to respond to age-specific issues and data reflective of the patient's status. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the following age groups:

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

Works with occasional intermittent noise and exposure to conditions such as dust, fumes, and chemicals. Ability to communication and write. Strenuous physical effort will require walking, stretching, bending, climbing stairs, twisting, and squatting or kneeling while performing tasks. May have lengthy periods of standing. Requires frequent use of side vision, lifting, pushing, and pulling. Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds. Use of both hands and all fingers and is required to use hands for gripping, speed work and precision during the operation equipment/instruments and movement/positioning of surgical patients. Vision and hearing for distances of up to twenty 20 feet is required, depth perception and able to distinguish basic colors is required. Ability to work for lengthy, or irregular work hours, rotating shifts, working on hard surfaces, being near moving equipment, changes in temperature, humidity, and exposure to Blood Borne Pathogens.

Our Commitment To You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits And More

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.