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Surgical Enhanced Technologist
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What they do
A Surgical Technician or Technologist assists with surgical operations. Prepares the operating room and equipment before a procedure, and helps surgeons and nurses during the procedure. Works in hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
$52,269 / year median in Indiana
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Overview IU Health North Hospital is a cutting-edge, fast-paced facility that provides exceptional care to both adult and pediatric populations. Our surgical unit is equipped with advanced technology, including a robust robotic program, and offers a diverse range of procedures in a collaborative, team-oriented environment. We are a comprehensive hospital providing multiple specialties such as orthopedics, general surgery, colorectal, urology, gynecology and cancer care. We are seeking motivated CSTs to join our dynamic team and contribute to delivering outstanding patient care. If you're passionate about working in an innovative, high-energy setting focused on patient comfort and excellence, we would be thrilled to have you join us! A sign-on bonus is available for qualified candidates! This is a full time position working 3 12's - Night shift on Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday from 6:30p-7:00a. No call, rotating holidays required. Surgical Enhanced 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. Trains colleagues on various skills and tasks. Acts as a resource or mentor to colleagues with less experience. Requires a High School Diploma/GED. Requires certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist obtained from the NBSTSA. Requires Basic Life Support Certification. Must be an expert in advanced technology within specialty service. Examples include lasers, robotics, navigational technology, Implantable Electronic Devices (Pacemakers, VADs, VNS), etc. Requires documentation of 19 Contact Hours of Continuing Education. Requires knowledge of name and function of surgical equipment and instrumentation. Requires strict adherence to policies and regulations regarding maintenance of sterile field. Requires application and completion of selected documentation for review by each region's Surgical Technologist Steering Committee as well as an interview with the committee. Requires a minimum of 1 year OR experience in the Skilled Technologist role or relevant experience.