Surgical Technician Certified

Bentonville, AR - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 7 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

Surgical Technician Certified $15000 Sign-On Bonus

Benefits:

High quality of life with low cost of living in sunny ARKANSAS
Career growth and advancement potential
Robust Shift Differentials

Shift

Full-Time
Days

Make a genuine difference in healthcare as an Allied Health professional at Northwest Health. Our Allied Health team is a diverse group of professionals who provide essential diagnostic therapeutic and preventative services across our five hospitals urgent care and primary care locations. We believe in investing in our team members futures. So whether youre just starting out or looking to continue your healthcare career we provide that path. With opportunities for career advancement and continuing education were committed to helping you make Northwest Health a long-term career goal.

About Northwest Health

Northwest Arkansas is one of the fastest growing and most dynamic regions in Americaa perfect blend of urban sophistication and small town charm. If you arent local and havent already discovered this check out to see why NWA keeps winning awards as a best place to live.

Top Reasons to Join NORTHWEST AR:

Immediate Health Insurance Coverage

Great benefits such as: Educational Reimbursement 401K Sofi Program

Career growth and advancement potential

Shift Differentials

High quality of life with low cost of living in sunny ARKANSAS

Job Summary

The Surgical Technician Certified works collaboratively with the surgical team to facilitate safe effective and high-quality patient care in the operating room. This role prepares and maintains the sterile field anticipates surgical team needs and ensures proper handling of surgical instruments and supplies. The Surgical Technician Certified also supports OR efficiency through equipment readiness inventory management and adherence to infection prevention protocols.

Essential Functions

Prepares the operating room by ensuring surgical instruments equipment and supplies are properly set up and available based on the procedure and physician preference card.
Maintains a sterile field throughout the surgical procedure applying principles of Universal Precautions asepsis and sterile technique.
Anticipates the needs of the surgeon passing instruments and supplies accurately and efficiently during surgical procedures.
Handles surgical instruments and equipment according to manufacturer instructions and hospital policy including inspection point-of-use cleaning and sterilization.
Performs and documents sponge needle and instrument counts in collaboration with the circulating nurse to support patient safety.
Assists with patient positioning draping and transfer under the direction of the RN to ensure patient safety and procedural readiness.
Supports ongoing maintenance and accuracy of physician preference cards and procedural documentation.
Restocks supplies cleans and returns equipment to designated storage areas and prepares rooms for subsequent cases to ensure OR efficiency.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

Technical School graduate of Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing program required or
Associate Degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences required
0-2 years of operating room surgical technician experience required

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Expertise in surgical techniques instrumentation and sterile processing.
Ability to anticipate the needs of the surgical team and respond quickly during procedures.
Strong organizational and time management skills to maintain efficient workflow.
Knowledge of regulatory and accreditation standards including safety and infection control protocols.
Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with the perioperative team.
Commitment to patient safety and high-quality care.

Licenses and Certifications

CST - Certified Surgical Technologist required
BCLS - Basic Life Support required

State Specific Requirements

Tennessee: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) required.
Texas: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) required.

Required Experience:

DescriptionSurgical Technician Certified $15000 Sign-On BonusBenefits:High quality of life with low cost of living in sunny ARKANSASCareer growth and advancement potentialRobust Shift DifferentialsShiftFull-TimeDaysMake a genuine difference in healthcare as an Allied Health professional at Northwest...