What are the responsibilities and job description for the Surgical Tech WOW, Pediatric Surgery, Weekends position at Norton Healthcare?
Responsibilities
When you are an employee at Norton Healthcare, you will find real meaning and purpose in your work. Because of the care we provide, more people choose Norton Healthcare for their health care needs than any other system in the community. Discover a rewarding career as Surgical Technician designed with you in mind.
Surgical Technician Responsibilities:
- Preparation and handling of instrumentation and surgical equipment and assisting the surgeon during the surgical procedure.
- Administers care and use of equipment applications based on the age and needs of the patient population served.
- Applying knowledge of specific procedures or specialties, effectively prioritize, and effectively plan and problem solve due to the changing nature of the work situation during surgical procedures.
- Recognizing and supporting the need for immediate response during urgent or emergency situations.
- Possessing basic knowledge of medical terminology, the metric system and aseptic technique, and apply this knowledge in all patient and family interactions.
Surgical Technician
- Not certified? We have opportunities to work under the full scope of practice as a surgical technician in our five area hospitals.
- Surgical Technician roles require one year surgical tech experience or completion of a surgical tech program or completion of a surgical tech apprentice program.
Certified Sr. Surgical Technician
- Certified? We have opportunities to work under the full scope of practice as a surgical technician in our five area hospitals.
- Senior Surgical Technician roles require three years as a Surgical Technician and certification as a Surgical Tech (CST).
As an employee, you will receive competitive compensation and benefits. You also will have access to a variety of programs to enhance your experience and well-being, including learning and career growth opportunities, an employee wellness program, employee resource groups and volunteer opportunities.
To discuss our Surgical Technician opportunities, please apply to this posting or contact us at recruitment@nortonhealthcare.org.
This is a WOW (Work on Weekends) position. Schedules for WOW employees include working every Saturday & Sunday. Employees in designated WOW positions earn premium pay in addition to their competitive hourly rates and shift differential.
To learn more, apply today and a member of the Talent Acquisition team will follow up with the details!
Qualifications
Required:
- One year surgical tech experience or completion of a surgical tech program or completion of a surgical tech apprentice program
- Diploma Or one year of surgical tech experience or successful completion of a Surgical Tech Apprentice Program
Desired:
- One year surgical services
- Certified Surgical Technologist
