Surgical Technologist I - Heart Team at Norman Regional Health System summary:
The Surgical Technologist I - Heart Team assists surgeons during operative procedures in a specialized environment focusing on cardiothoracic and vascular cases. This position requires completion of an accredited Surgical Technologist program and national certification or equivalent experience in the field. The role includes maintaining a safe and aseptic operating room, providing critical support to the surgical team, while benefiting from competitive pay and comprehensive employee benefits.
Overview:
Up to $5K Sign On Bonus
Compensation / Benefits
- $19.56-$31.94/hr. depending on previous work experience.
- Evening differential $2.00/hr.
- Night differential $2.50/hr.
- Weekend differential $2.50/hr.
- Sign On Bonus paid over 1 year.
- Benefits include medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, free parking, cafeteria discounts, employee assistance program and scholarship opportunities.
We have 2 operating rooms, one traditional operating room and one hybrid operating room, for cardiothoracic and vascular cases located in the HealthPlex tower at Norman Regional Hospital. Norman Regional Hospital currently houses the largest hybrid operating room in the state of Oklahoma. Our nurses demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, autonomy, and critical thinking skills while caring for a wide range of patient types. We orient new nurses to each of our surgical areas, spending time with dedicated preceptors in each area. Upon completion of orientation, nurses will be able to circulate cardiothoracic and vascular cases as well as a wide variety of other service lines. Take the next step of your nursing journey and join our amazing surgical services department where we are physician lead and professionally managed.
Responsibilities:
- Assists the surgeon during the operative procedure.
- Maintains a safe and aseptic environment in the Operating Room area.
Qualifications:
Education
- Completion of accredited Surgical Technologist program, achieved national certification in surgical technology, or five (5) consecutive years training/experience as a surgical tech.
Experience
- Must have completed accredited Surgical Technology program, or must have five (5) consecutive years training/experience as a surgical tech or LPN with one (1) year surgical tech preferred.
- National Certification is highly preferred.
(Above requirements can be met by the equivalent combination of education and experience).
Licensure / Certification
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) is required to be maintained for duration of employment.
- If Certified Surgical Technologist must have current certification.
- Currently Oklahoma LPN license required if applicable.
Keywords:
surgical technologist, operating room, cardiothoracic, vascular surgery, healthcare, patient safety, surgical technology, BLS certification, hospital, nursing