Surgical technologists work under the direct supervision of a registered nurse / surgeon 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.

*Essential Functions: *

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 EducationSatisfactory completion of an accredited Surgical Technologist program or diploma for Operating Room Technologist from Armed Forces required.

Required SkillsRequires 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. Certifications:Current Surgical Technician Certification with the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) required.BLS

Minimum Work ExperiencePrevious experience as a Surgical Technologist preferred.

Benefits - Wide range of benefits options! Here at Rutherford Regional, you choose your own Medical, Dental, and Vision plans from a variety of competitive options that give you the coverage that best fits your needs. * HSA

• 401(K) retirement plan contributions

• Generous Paid Time Off

• Accident & Critical Illness Insurance

• Prescription Assistance with OptumRx

• Income protection programs for the entire family such as life insurance, Short/Long-term Disability, and Identity Theft.

• Employee Assistance program at no cost to you to provide emotional, legal, financial, and daily life support for your entire household. Services are available 24 hrs. a day, 7 days a week.

• Free travel and entertainment discount program to ensure you enjoy your time away from work

Why join our team? Rutherford Regional medical center is a 143-bed acute care facility that offers a broad array of inpatient and outpatient care. We are dedicated to providing patients with a full range of services to meet their healthcare needs, and we believe our employees are our most valuable assets in accomplishing this goal. Rutherford Regional is growing its team of dedicated healthcare professionals. If you are looking to start a /career that cares/, are passionate about changing lives, and are ready to work in a supportive environment in a close-knit community, apply today!

Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran

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Title: Certified Surgical Tech - Days

Location: NC-Rutherfordton

Requisition ID: 7462-8718