Surgical Technician, Senior

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Saint Mary's 170-bed acute care hospital is a Level III Trauma Center and offers a variety of inpatient and outpatient services, including cardiology, gastroenterology, endoscopy, women's services, intensive care, inpatient rehab services, medical imaging, sleep medicine, pulmonology and urology. At Saint Mary's, we continually invest in technology to deliver a comprehensive range of services that set us apart as a leader in healthcare for the River Valley.

Where We Are:

Russellville, overlooking 34,000-acre Lake Dardanelle and the Arkansas River, is renowned for its bass fishing and a state park has two locations providing everything needed for an enjoyable outing. Mount Nebo State Park offers spectacular views of the River Valley. Arkansas Tech University provides cultural and sporting events throughout the year.

Why Choose Us:

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
• Competitive Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
• Personal and career development education opportunities
• And much more

Facilitates the safe and efficient performance of surgical procedures.

Reports to: Manager

FLSA: Non-exempt

Education: Certified Surgical Technology Program

Licenses: None Listed

Certifications: Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS-HCP)

Minimum Work Experience:

External - 3 years as a Surgical Technician and service line sign off within 1 year

Internal - 1 year as a Surgical technician and service line sign off

Required Skills: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Essential Functions: 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 physician during surgery. Continually accounts for number and location of instruments and supplies during surgery. Receives and processes specimens for delivery to the laboratory. Performs on call services as requested. Actively participates and ensures room turn overs are efficient and timely. Assesses surgical schedule in coordination with RN's and management to ensure patient needs are met and all necessary equipment/ supplies are available.

Non-Essential Functions: Assist with orientation and training of personnel and students. Participates and attends meetings as required and/ or assigned. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

EEOC Statement:

Saint Mary's Regional Health System is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

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