Surgical Technician Full Time Days

CHI Saint Joseph Health System Lexington, Kentucky

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The posted compensation range of $21.80 - $31.62 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Requisition ID 2025-401385 Employment Type Full Time Department Endoscopy Hours/Pay Period 80 Shift Day Weekly Schedule Days Remote No Category Technician

Overview

Welcome to Saint Joseph Hospital, a 433-bed hospital founded in 1877 by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth as the first Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky. Led by Sister Euphrasia Stafford, the mission to provide compassionate care to the poor and underserved is still carried out today. Saint Joseph Hospital holds over two dozen national ranks and recognitions and is recognized as a 2024 Best Place to Work in Kentucky.

Whether you are an experienced healthcare professional or working toward that, we invite you to experienceHello Humankindness with us! CHI Saint Joseph Health provides you with the same level of care you provide for others. We care about our team members well-being and offer benefits that complement work/life balance such as:

Paid Time Off (PTO)
401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Programs with matching
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
Mental Health resources for you and your family
Wellness Program with rewards up to $450
Tuition Reimbursement for future career growth and development
Adoption Assistance
Voluntary Protection: Accident, Critical Illness, Identify Theft and Pet Insurance
Short and Long Term Disability
Free Premium Membership to Care.com with preloaded credits to support adult and child care needs
Employer Discounts
Relocation Assistance*
Employee Referral Bonuses up to $7,500*
Sign-on Bonuses up to $20,000*
Education Assistance (student loan payoff) up to $24,000*

*for eligible hires and positions

Learn more about Saint Joseph Hospital and its awards and recognitions here:Saint Joseph Hospital.

Our commitment to serve the common good is delivered through the dedicated work of thousands of physicians advanced practice clinicians nurses and staff; through clinical excellence delivered across a system of 140 hospitals and more than 2200 care centers serving 24 states.

Responsibilities

Job Summary / Purpose

Contributes to the safe, efficient operation of the surgical suite by assisting the physician, circulating RNs and anesthesia personnel during all levels of surgical procedures. Has primary responsibility for set-up of the instruments/equipment on the sterile field to perform each surgical procedure, operation, and cleaning of all procedural equipment during procedures. Works as a team member to provide harmonious flow of the surgical schedule and operating room running smoothly.

Essential Key Job Responsibilities

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
Contributes to efficient operation of the surgical suite and department.
Maintains confidentiality of information in the surgical suite and department.
Assists in delivering high quality care services in a professional, compassionate and courteous manner with respecting the dignity and individuality of each person who comes in contact with the organization by following the Standards of Excellence, Standards of Behavior and Conduct and Standards of Professional Appearance.
Gives direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of the RNs.
Responsible for the care, handling, and processing of all of the equipment and instruments.
Prepares and sets up for all surgical procedures ensuring that the correct equipment and supplies are available during the case.
Ability to assist the physicians as needed with equipment and supplies consistent with their job classification.
Knowledge of all complex and therapeutic procedures performed in the unit.
Ability to set up and assist with out of the department cases at the bedside or in the OR as necessary.
Passing sterile instruments during surgery in anticipation of the surgeon’s needs.
Able to recognize and communicate any patient issues to RN or physician during the procedure.
Maintains supplies and stocks procedure rooms and travel carts during down time.
Assists with tracking locations and maintaining inventory of equipment.
Disinfects and cleans scopes and equipment according to SGNA/ASGE standards and hospital policy.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

Completed Facility On Site Competency Training Specific to Department within One Year of Employment and/or Completion of Formal Technical Program, Plus High School Education or GED equivalent.

One year of OR, endoscopy or hospital experience

Required Licensure and Certifications

BLS-CPR

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Training

None

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.

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Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible employees may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit https://www.commonspirit.careers/benefits.

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