Certified Surgical Technologist
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Job overview
Ascension Health is hiring a Certified Surgical Technologist. The Certified Surgical Technologist at Ascension St Vincent Salem will support surgical services on a part‑time day shift, ensuring safe, efficient procedures while adhering to Ascension’s mission of service and growth within a nonprofit Catholic health system.
Key focus areas include Prepare the surgical operating suite with sterile drapes, solutions, and instruments, Hand required instruments and supplies to the surgeon during surgery, and Assist with preparing, transporting, positioning, and draping patients.
Successful candidates bring BLS Provider, Surgical Tech NCCT Credential, and Surgical Tech NBSTSA Credential. Preferred (not required): Facilitate Safe And Efficient Surgical Procedures, Prepare Surgical Operating Suite, Hand Instruments And Supplies To Surgeon, and Assist With Patient Preparation.
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Your future role at a glance
Location: Salem, IN
Facility: Ascension St Vincent Salem
Department/Specialty: Surgical services
Schedule: Day shift | Part time
Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Benefits that help you thrive
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Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
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Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
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Time to recharge: paid time off (PTO) and holidays
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Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
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Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
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Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
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Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
How you’ll make an impact in this role
Facilitate the safe and efficient performance of surgical procedures.
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Prepare surgical operating suite with sterile drapes and sterile solutions as well as appropriate sterile and non-sterile instruments and supplies.
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Hand required/requested instruments and supplies to surgeon during surgery.
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Assist with preparing, transporting, positioning and draping patients.
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Maintain instruments in an organized manner and monitors/tracks instruments counts throughout procedures.
What minimum requirements you’ll need
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
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BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
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One or more of the following required:
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Surgical Tech credentialed from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
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Surgical Tech credentialed from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
Education:
- High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
Equal employment opportunity employer
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.
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