Overview

Tipton Hospital's surgery department is a small, close-knit team with four OR suites, where collaboration and teamwork are key. We pride ourselves on fostering a family-like atmosphere, ensuring that every team member is supported. Work-life balance is a priority here, and we work together to make sure everyone enjoys it. If you're looking for a rewarding, supportive work environment, we would love for you to join us! Come be a part of our team and see what makes Tipton Hospital special.

A Sign On Bonus is available to qualified candidates!

The schedule for this position is Monday through Friday, 7:00am - 3:30pm. No call, weekends, or holiday required.

Surgical Skilled Technologists provide service and support before, during, and after surgical procedures. Assists in ensuring the presence and proper arrangement of surgical equipment, supplies and instrumentation in the operating room prior to each operation. Provides assistance to the surgeon in the operating room as allowed by professional and legal standards. Assists in the turnover of the operating room after the procedure ensuring proper routing and/or processing of all specimens, equipment, instrumentation and supplies. Works as a member of the surgical team with surgeons, anesthesiologists, registered nurses, and other surgical personnel.

* Requires a High School Diploma/GED.
* Requires certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist obtained from the NBSTSA within four months of employment.
* Requires Basic Life Support Certification.
* Requires the ability to resource advanced technology.
* Requires 15 continuing education units annually as required by state law.
* Requires knowledge of various surgical procedures in order to anticipate the needs of the surgeon and to recognize the problems encountered by the surgeon within 12 months of employment.
* Requires knowledge of name and function of surgical equipment and instrumentation.
* Requires strict adherence to policies and regulations regarding maintenance of sterile field.