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.
CVOR Surgical Technician 3.3 3.3 out of 5 stars Lynchburg, VA 24501 $27.40 - $39.73 an hour - Full-time Centra Health 490 reviews $27.40 - $39.73 an hour -
Set in the heart of Central Virginia, Centra Health is a regional, nonprofit healthcare system including a network of hospitals and medical centers, as well as various specialty and primary care practices located along the Blue Ridge. At Centra, providing excellence in patient care, utilizing the latest evidence-based research, and fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion are at the forefront of our belief system. Centra is home to the Central Virginia Center for Simulation and Virtual Learning , the only center in Virginia that offers a full range of simulation experiences. We want to partner with you to live your best life. At Centra, we want to listen carefully and get to know you well. We want to understand your hopes, goals, and dreams. As a candidate considering employment with our organization, we want you to understand that it is our mission to help partner with you throughout each stage of your career.
Job Description:
Surgical Technologists are allied health professionals who are an integral part of the team of medical practitioners providing surgical care to patients. Surgical Technologists work under the supervision of a surgeon and registered nurse to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. Surgical Technologists possess expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique and combine the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation tools and technologies to facilitate a physician's performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures. The Surgical Technologist adheres to a culture reflective of Centra's best practices for quality and service, creates and maintains a safe patient environment, and contributes to a healthy work environment.
Requirements:
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Education:
o High School Diploma/GED o Graduation from a Commission of Accreditation of Allied health Education programs (CAAHEP)-accredited school of Surgical Technology. •
Work Experience:
o 1 year of experience as a Surg Tech highly preferred. •
Licenses & Certifications:
o Licensed as Certified in Surgical Technology When recruiting and retaining talent at Centra, our hiring needs are based on matching a candidate's job qualifications with our job requirements and department needs without regard to race, color, age, religion or belief, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. Centra is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. Be yourself. Be a partner with Centra.
Pay:
$27.40 - $39.73 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Family leave Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Relocation assistance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
