Surgical Technologist III
About the role
This position supports the mission of Presbyterian/St Luke's Medical Center of optimizing the quality of life of all those served by expanding beyond the traditional focus on medical needs to the needs of the whole person. The Surgical Technician III will be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide assistance during the surgical procedures performed in the department in the scrub role.
Responsibilities
- Experienced in all aspects of aseptic technique, setting up the required equipment and sterile supplies as needed for their assigned cases
- Pulling cases as needed, breaking down cases at the end of the procedure, sets up operating room and supplies needed for day/following day's schedule
- Knowledgeable regarding instrumentation, equipment and supply needs for all types of surgical procedures
- Must be competent as a Surgical Technician II, demonstrating basic to advanced knowledge and skills in the scrub role, in multiple surgical specialties performed in the department (i.e. Revision Total Joints, Ophthalmology/Retinal, Complex Vascular, Complex spines with instrumentation, Pediatrics, Major Orthopedics, Free Flaps/Limb Preservation procedures, Craniofacial procedures and Cardiac)
- Acts as a preceptor, resource and mentor for new staff members, surgical technician students and existing staff
- Available for call on an assigned/scheduled basis as required by unit need
- When need arises, will perform other duties as assigned by supervisor, consistent with his/her scope of practice
Qualifications
Licensure/Certification/Registration:
- Completion of an accredited Surgical Technician program
- Certification preferred
- Surgical Registry required
- BLS required
Education:
- High School diploma or equivalent
- Graduate of Surgical Technician Program
Experience:
- One year experience as a Surgical Technician II in the Main OR
- Ability to meet the requirements of Surgical Technician III position
Skills
- Advanced knowledgeable of surgical procedures, equipment and instrumentation
- Must be able to precept and mentor new and existing staff members in the role of a Surgical Technician
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay, including prescription drug and behavioral health coverage, free telemedicine services, and free AirMed medical transportation
- Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more
- Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
- 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
- Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance
- Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
- Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
- Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
- Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
- Colleague recognition program
- Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
- Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income
Pay
Hourly wage estimate: $26.65 - $41.10 / hour. The estimate displayed represents the typical wage range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range.
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