Surgical Technologist

About You

As a professional Surgical Technician, you view each of your patients as if you were treating a beloved family member or dear friend. You possess a strong passion for being a trusted teammate in the operating room.

Your patients and co-workers best describe you as compassionate, determined, out-spoken in a professional manner when the situation calls for it, a "can do attitude," impeccable work ethic and highly accountable with a strong attention to detail. You are intellectually curious and look for opportunities to cross-train to display your skills in multiple operating room disciplines, such as heart, neuro, orthopedic and robotics.

Your mission, as a vital part of the surgical team, is to assist in direct care to patients, while continually supporting your surgeons and nurses by selecting, setting up, and passing of sterile instruments to the surgeon and assistants. You will embrace best-in-class nursing processes to provide excellence in nursing care to your patients in all settings and in collaboration with other health care providers. Further responsibilities include:

Accountability for your professional development and practice within the scope of care defined by law. Utilizing organizational resources you will act as a patient advocate for the delivery of safe care including delegation of care and participation in performance and practice improvement activities. Deliver nursing care that reflects the mission, vision, values and philosophies, of the organization, nursing departments and Kettering Health Network as whole Skills, Knowledge, Experience You Offer:

Requirements

• Associates in Surgical Technology from an approved school
• Certification from the National board of Surgical Technology (NBSTA) or applicable on the job or military training
• *Surgical Techs without proper certification must acquire certification within one year of hire date
• Current BLS certification
• Two years current experience as a Surgical Technician highly preferred
• Excellent professional customer service skills and communication both verbal and written
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities with ease in a fast paced environment

Additional Information

• Competitive compensation, including on-call hourly, shift and weekend pay differentials
• 403(b) pre-tax savings account with employer match
• Medical, Vision, Dental, Mental Health care and Prescription Drug subsidy
• 80% company paid health coverage for employees and dependents
• (Full-time employees)College Tuition Reimbursement and family discounts at Kettering College
• Community involvement & humanitarian opportunities
• Team oriented environment