CERTIFIED SURGICAL TECHNICIAN - FIRST ASSIST (PER DIEM VARIED)

About the Hospital

West Henderson Hospital is the seventh acute care hospital in The Valley Health System, located at the southwest corner of Raiders Parkway and St. Rose Parkway near the Las Vegas Raiders' headquarters. This 150-bed facility provides care for a variety of medical needs, including:

• Emergency care, 24/7
• Advanced cardiac services, including cardiac catheterization labs
• Interventional radiology lab for diagnosis and treatment
• Neurology care
• Surgical procedures (general surgery, orthopedics, weight loss)
• Gastroenterology/endoscopy procedures
• Advanced imaging
• Laboratory services
• Respiratory services
• Inpatient nursing

The Valley Health System (VHS) is an integrated care network in Las Vegas and Southern Nevada, comprising acute care hospitals, physician practices, and outpatient services. Since 1979, VHS has served over two million people in Southern Nevada and is committed to training the next generation of healthcare providers. VHS is part of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), a Fortune 500 corporation with annual revenues of $17.4 billion and approximately 101,500 employees across 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons with exposure, hemostasis, and other technical functions to ensure safe operations with optimal patient outcomes.
• Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, attend to patients’ direct care needs.
• Maintain integrity and compliance with policies.
• Anticipate the needs of the surgeon and other team members during surgical procedures.
• Demonstrate dexterity sufficient for successful completion of assistant duties.
• Maintain a professional attitude regarding patient dignity, privacy, and safety.
• Function within the scope of practice as defined by medical staff bylaws, rules, regulations, and state law.

Requirements

• Technical School/2 Years College/Associate’s Degree in Surgical Technology (or board-eligible for SFA certification). Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Three to five (3-5) years of surgical tech experience required; five to eight (5-8) years preferred.
• Current CSFA (NBSTSA), CSA (NSAA), or SA-C (ABSA) certification required. Certification must be maintained for employment.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served.
• Continuing education to maintain and enhance clinical competencies related to perioperative or First Assisting practice.

Benefits

• Market-competitive compensation and generous paid time off.
• Time Off Benefit Opt-Out Program in exchange for a 9% pay differential.
• Educational and tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year.
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program.
• Employee Referral Bonus opportunities.
• Career growth and development within the hospital and VHS.
• Comprehensive insurance benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug coverage, HSA savings account).
• Additional insurance options (life, dependent life, supplemental life, accident, critical illness).
• Voluntary benefits (Auto, Home, Pet Insurance).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for emotional health, everyday living, caregiving, and legal/financial consultations.
• Health and wellness benefits (RethinkCare, Inflection, Sword Thrive, Livongo).
• Adoption & Fertility Assistance programs.
• 401k with company match.
• Discounted UHS stock purchase plan.
• Exclusive employee discounts on electronics, entertainment, health & wellness, and more.

Benefits may vary based on employment status, position, and effective date. More information is available at benefits.uhsguest.com.

Schedule

Per diem, varied shifts.