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Surgical Technologist

Part-time

Trinity Health

Waterbury, CTPart-timeNo compensation foundPosted 1mo agoChecked 1w ago

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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Waterbury, CT
Schedule
Part-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Successful Completion Of National Exam For Certification By NBSTSABLS Certification

Job overview

Trinity Health is hiring a Surgical Technologist. The Nursing Support colleague provides safe, quality health care services and assistance to patients under the supervision of a registered nurse or designated health professional, preparing and setting up the operating room, ensuring sterility, assisting with patient preparation, managing intra‑operative responsibilities, and providing procedural support and communication.

Key focus areas include Prepares and sets up the operating room, including equipment, instruments, sterile table, and required supplies for surgical procedures, Ensures sterility and aseptic technique throughout the case, including checking equipment and packages, maintaining sterile fields, and addressing any breaks in technique, and Assists with patient preparation, including positioning, bed/fracture table setup, and draping.

Successful candidates bring Graduate Of An Accredited School Of Operating Room Technology, Successful Completion Of National Exam For Certification By NBSTSA, and BLS Certification. Preferred (not required): Prepare Operating Room, Set Up Equipment, Set Up Instruments, and Set Up Sterile Table.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Prepare Operating RoomSet Up EquipmentSet Up InstrumentsSet Up Sterile TableSet Up Surgical SuppliesEnsure SterilityAseptic TechniqueCheck EquipmentCheck PackagesMaintain Sterile FieldsAddress Breaks in TechniqueAssist With Patient PreparationPatient PositioningBed/Fracture Table SetupPatient DrapingManage Intraoperative ResponsibilitiesMaintain Accurate Counts of InstrumentsMaintain Accurate Counts of SpongesMaintain Accurate Counts of NeedlesHandle SpecimensProvide Procedural SupportCommunicationRespond to EmergenciesOperate Specialty EquipmentGive Report to Relief StaffOperating Room SetupSterile TechniqueInstrument Count ManagementSpecimen HandlingEmergency ResponseSpecialty Equipment OperationProcedural Communication

Qualifications

Graduate of Accredited School of Operating Room TechnologySuccessful Completion of National Exam for Certification by NBSTSABLS Certification Required

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Full job description

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Rotating Shift

Description: Come join the Nursing Support team at Saint Mary's Hospital, part of Trinity Health Of New England! We are a member of the nationwide Trinity Health family, bringing compassionate care to our communities.

Position Purpose

The Nursing Support (NS) colleague (uncertified, certified, unlicensed, or licensed) provides safe, quality health care services & / or assistance to patients under the supervision & direction of a registered nurse or other designated health care professional in accordance with level of experience, education, policies & procedures. Note: “patients” refers to patients, clients, residents, participants, customers,

What you will do

  • Prepares and sets up the operating room , including equipment, instruments, sterile table, and required supplies for surgical procedures.

  • Ensures sterility and aseptic technique throughout the case , including checking equipment and packages, maintaining sterile fields, and addressing any breaks in technique.

  • Assists with patient preparation , including positioning, bed/fracture table setup, and draping.

  • Manages intraoperative responsibilities , including maintaining accurate counts of instruments, sponges, and needles, and properly handling specimens.

  • Provides procedural support and communication , including responding to emergencies (e.g., C-sections), operating specialty equipment, and giving report to relief staff.

Working Conditions:

  • Perform activities that require standing / walking with the ability to vary / adjust physical position or activity. - Continuous (Avg Workday Activity 67% - 100%)

  • Lift a maximum of 30 pounds unassisted. - Frequent (Avg Workday Activity 34% - 66%)

  • Use of upper & lower extremities, engage in bending / stooping / reaching & pushing / pulling. - Frequent (Avg Workday Activity 34% -66%)

  • Work indoors (subject to travel requirements) under temperature-controlled & well-lit conditions. - Continuous (Avg Workday Activity 67% - 100%)

  • Encounter worksites (e.g., patient homes) or travel to worksites that may have variable internal & external environmental conditions. - Continuous (Avg Workday Activity 67% - 100%)

  • Perform work that involves physical efforts (e.g., transporting, moving, positioning & / or ambulating patients). - Continuous (Avg Workday Activity 67% - 100%)

Minimum Qualifications

  • Education : Graduate of an accredited school of Operating Room Technology

  • Licensure : Successful completion of national exam for certification by NBSTSA. Registry Eligible must pass the certification exam within 18 months from date of hire.

  • Certification : BLS required.

Position Highlights and Benefits

  • Per Diem-Rotating Shift

  • Our Mission and Core Values

  • Great Benefits and Health Insurance Coverage - Starting Day 1

  • Career growth and advancement potential

Ministry/Facility Information

Trinity Health Of New England is an integrated health care delivery system that is comprised of world-class providers and facilities dedicated to full spectrum preventative, acute, and post-acute care. We aim to deliver top level care to increase our community's overall health at lower costs. While we serve nearly 3 million people, we are proud to be a part of a national system that focuses on putting our patients first and having the best colleagues to do so.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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