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.
at Northern Light Health in Ellsworth, Maine, United States Job Description The compensation range listed reflects the range Northern Light Health anticipates relying on in setting the wages for the position. The range may not necessarily include all additional compensation elements available, such as differentials, incentive programs and benefits.
Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital Department:
Operating Room Position is located:
Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital Work Type:
Full Time Hours Per Week:
40 Hours per
Week Work Schedule:
7:00 AM to 5:30
PM Salary Range :
$22.30 - $34.22 hourly
Exempt:
No Summary:
Assists in operations, under the supervision of surgeons, registered nurses, or other surgical personnel.
Responsibilities:
+ Maintains sterile operative fields. + Maintains inventory of medical supplies or equipment. + Assists healthcare practitioners during surgery. + Positions patients for treatment or examination. + Protect patients or staff members using safety equipment. + Maintains a safe environment complying with policies and procedures; reports and directly addresses environmental hazards and violations of patient safety policy and/or protocol when involved or observed. + May perform other duties upon request.
Other Information:
+ Surgical Technician Certification preferred. + BLS Required. Competencies and Skills + Behaves with
Integrity and Builds Trust:
Acts consistently in line with the core values, commitments and rules of conduct. Leads by example and tells the truth. Does what they say they will, when and how they say they will, or communicates an alternate plan. +
Cultivates Respect:
Treats others fairly, embraces and values differences, and contributes to a culture of belonging, empowerment, and cooperation. +
Fosters Accountability:
Creates and participates in a work environment where people hold themselves and others accountable for processes, results and behaviors. Takes appropriate ownership not only of successes but also mistakes and works to correct them in a timely manner. Demonstrates understanding that we all work as a team and the quality and timeliness of work impacts everyone involved. +
Practices Compassion:
Exhibits genuine care for people and is available and ready to help; displays a deep awareness of and strong willingness to relieve the suffering of others. Education + Required High School Diploma/General Educational Development ( GED ) Working Conditions + Lifting, moving and loading 30 to 50 pounds. + Alternate shift schedules (day, evening, nights, weekends). Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital in Ellsworth, Maine is a full-service hospital, serving both Hancock and western Washington Counties. Our 64-bed facility provides emergency, primary and specialty care, acute inpatient, diagnostic, birthing, and surgical services. At Maine Coast Hospital, we dedicate ourselves to providing exceptional medical care with the personal touch and convenience only a community hospital can offer. Maine Coast has earned both national and state recognition for patient safety, outcomes, and patient satisfaction. Maine Coast Hospital is a member of Northern Light Health, an integrated statewide health delivery system that is raising the bar with no-nonsense solutions that are leading the way to a healthier future for our state . Northern Light Health offers a broad range of services, including nine hospitals, primary care and specialty physician practices, long-term care, home health and hospice agencies, and emergency ground and air transport. The Ellsworth community is a short drive to the scenic Maine coast and is near Acadia National Park with mountains and exceptional year-round recreation including hiking, biking, fishing, hunting, boating, skiing, golf, and more. Our neighborhoods are safe, friendly, and have outstanding schools. Enjoy the best of both worlds, practicing at a smaller community hospital in one of the most beautiful places in Maine while having the support of a large healthcare system. Questions?
