Surgical Technologist I - Heart Team at Norman Regional Health System summary:
The Surgical Technologist I - Heart Team position at Norman Regional Hospital involves assisting the surgeon in the operating room, maintaining a sterile environment, and engaging in a wide variety of surgical cases, particularly cardiothoracic and vascular. The role requires completion of an accredited Surgical Technologist program or significant training and experience in the field, along with necessary certifications such as Basic Life Support (BLS) and, if applicable, a current LPN license. The position offers competitive pay with a sign-on bonus, various benefits, and an opportunity for professional growth within a leading surgical services department.
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, Heart Team, Cardiothoracic Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Patient Care, Sterile Environment, Healthcare, Surgical Assist, BLS Certification