Certified Surgical Technologist
About the role
As our Surgical Tech, you'll be an integral surgical team member, providing skilled assistance for safe, efficient procedures critical to patient outcomes. Every day you will prepare the OR (instruments, equipment, supplies) and assist surgeons/nurses by anticipating needs, passing instruments, and maintaining the sterile field. You'll count items, handle specimens, assist with patient positioning, and adhere strictly to aseptic technique.
To be successful, you will demonstrate meticulous attention to detail, strong sterile technique knowledge, and the ability to anticipate needs in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication and a steadfast commitment to patient safety are essential.
Responsibilities
- Prepare the operating room with instruments, equipment, and supplies
- Assist surgeons and nurses by anticipating needs and passing instruments
- Maintain the sterile field throughout procedures
- Count items and handle specimens
- Assist with patient positioning
- Adhere strictly to aseptic technique
Requirements
- One (1) year recent full-time experience in an acute care facility as a certified surgical technologist (may consider experience in an Ambulatory Surgery Center where procedures match the acuity or complexity of an acute care facility)
- Graduate from high school or equivalent program
- Graduate from an accredited Surgical Technologist program, including certification
- Surgical Technology training with 15 units of continued education every year as required by NBSTSA
- Current CPR/BLS certification (American Heart Association)
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification through NBSTSA (grandfathered exemption for current employees hired before January 1, 2018)
- Quarterly American Heart Association (AHA) Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) competency certification post-hire (must be completed through facility resources)
Preferred Qualifications
- One year recent full-time experience in an acute care facility as a certified surgical technologist, including trauma and open-heart experience
- CST certification through NBSTSA (grandfathered in compliance with Nevada Revised Statutes)
About the workplace
Join Siena Hospital, an integral part of Dignity Health Nevada, the only not-for-profit, faith-based healthcare system in the region. For over 70 years, we have delivered compassionate, high-quality care to Henderson and Las Vegas communities, prioritizing the needs of the underserved.
Our modern Siena Campus, a 326-bed acute care hospital opened in 2000, expanded the vital services initially established by our Rose de Lima Campus. As part of CommonSpirit Health, a national network operating over 2,200 care sites across 24 states, your impact extends beyond local communities, contributing to nearly 1 in 4 U.S. residents.
We foster a deeply collaborative and supportive environment, driven by an unwavering commitment to social justice and health equity for all.
Pay
$37.14 - $51.48 per hour