Overview
Tipton Hospital’s surgery department is a small, close-knit team with four OR suites, where collaboration and teamwork are key. We pride ourselves on fostering a family-like atmosphere, ensuring that every team member is supported. Work‑life balance is a priority here, and we work together to make sure everyone enjoys it. If you’re looking for a rewarding, supportive work environment, we would love for you to join us and see what makes Tipton Hospital special.
Work Schedule
This is a part‑time, day‑shift role working Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. No weekends or holidays are required.
Responsibilities
Surgical Skilled Technologists provide service and support before, during, and after surgical procedures. They assist in ensuring the presence and proper arrangement of surgical equipment, supplies and instrumentation in the operating room prior to each operation. They provide assistance to the surgeon in the operating room as allowed by professional and legal standards, and assist in the turnover of the operating room after the procedure, ensuring proper routing and/or processing of all specimens, equipment, instrumentation and supplies. They work as a member of the surgical team with surgeons, anesthesiologists, registered nurses and other surgical personnel.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist obtained from the NBSTSA within four months of employment.
- Basic Life Support Certification.
- Ability to resource advanced technology.
- Fifteen continuing education units annually as required by state law.
- Knowledge of various surgical procedures within twelve months of employment, enabling anticipation of the surgeon’s needs and recognition of problems encountered during surgery.
- Knowledge of the name and function of surgical equipment and instrumentation.
- Strict adherence to policies and regulations regarding the maintenance of a sterile field.
Equal Opportunity
We are an equal‑opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
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