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Employment Type:
Full timeShift:
Day ShiftDescription:
Prepares for scheduled operations and arranges sterile set‑up of instrument table according to established procedures. Assists surgeons by passing instruments and supplies, holding retractors and anticipating surgeons' needs during course of surgery. Cleans operating room and stores equipment and supplies.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES
Education: High School graduate with formal training as a surgery tech. The state of Indiana recognizes the following as formal training:
- Completion of an accredited and approved post-secondary program followed by certification by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTA).
- Completion of surgical technology training while serving in the military and able to produce documentation to support.
- Demonstration of having worked as a surgical technologist prior to July 1, 2009.
In Indiana it is the responsibility of the surgical technologist to prove to an employer that they meet one or more of these requirements.
Licensure: Certification by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTA). If qualifying education is from military or due to grandfathering those active prior to 2009, must possess or be able to obtain certification by the NBSTA within90 days of hire. CPR certification on hire or able to obtain within 60 days.
Experience: 2 years in operating room as a surgical technologist.
Other Job Requirements:
Knowledge of operating room procedures.
Knowledge of patient safety procedures.
Skilled in effective participation on surgical team.
Skilled in safety and infection control procedures.
Skilled in equipment maintenance.
Assigned hours within your shift, starting time, or days of work are subject to change based on departmental and/or organizational needs.
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Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
