Surgical Tech – First Assist Position Available In Haywood, North Carolina

Tallo's Job Summary: The Surgical Tech - First Assist position at Haywood Regional Medical Center in Clyde, NC involves preparing surgical suites, assisting in patient care during surgery, handling instruments, and processing specimens. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma and certification as a Surgical Technician. Critical thinking skills and BLS certification are required. Join a team that values personal growth and offers competitive benefits.

Company:
LifePoint Health
Salary:
JobFull-timeOnsite

Job Description

  • Who We Are:
  • People are our passion and purpose.
  • Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Haywood Regional Medical Center is licensed for 154 beds and offers a comprehensive array of services and 11 multi-specialty physician clinics. We also offer a 54,000 square foot Health and Fitness Center including personal training, indoor pool, massage therapy, and nursery.
  • Where We Are:
  • Clyde is centrally located to all that Western North Carolina has to offer. With our classic Southern charm, we offer a relaxing getaway lifestyle with impressive views of the Smokies and classic Appalachian culture. We are also just a short drive away Maggie Valley, Asheville, and the Blue Ridge Parkway.
  • Why Choose Us:
  • Nursing Ladder Program to build skills and earn bonuses
  • Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
  • Competitive Paid Time Off for full-time employees
  • Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
  • Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
  • Opportunities for education and training through partnership with Duke LifePoint Healthcare
  • And much more…
  • Position Summary:
  • Prepares surgical operating suite with drapes, solutions, instruments, equipment and supplies. Ensures good working order of equipment and instruments
  • Assists with preparing, transporting, positioning and draping patients.
  • Passes instruments to physician during surgery. Continually accounts for number and location of instruments and supplies during surgery.
  • Receives and processes specimens for delivery to the laboratory.
  • Minimum Qualifications:
  • Minimum Education
  • High school diploma or equivalent – RequiredCertification as a Surgical Technician and/or graduation from an approved OR Technician program preferred.

(Required for certified position.)

Affiliations:

Association of Surgical Technologists, national or local level preferred

  • Required Skills
  • CertificationsAHA Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire and maintain thereafterRequires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
  • EEOC Statement:
  • Haywood Regional Medical Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin,
  • Job:
  • OR Support Staff
  • Organization:
  • Title:
  • Surgical Tech – First Assist
  • Location:
  • NC-Clyde
  • Requisition ID:
  • 7463-13048

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