First Assist Surgical Technologist
Derry, NH
Host Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$1,990/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Referral bonus
- School loan reimbursement
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Company provided housing options
- License and certification reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
- Pet insurance
- Discount program
- Employee assistance programs
- Guaranteed Hours
- Health savings account
- Holiday Pay
- 401k retirement plan
- Continuing Education
- Dental benefits
Description
Job Opportunity: CST/ORT First Assist
Location: Derry, New Hampshire
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Description
- Must have robotic and spine surgical experience
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a hospital setting required
- Must hold an active New Hampshire state license at time of submission
- BLS certification required
- Recent OR experience required
- Preferred: CNOR certification and scrub procedure experience
Unit Information
- 4 Operating Rooms
- Staff includes 5 RNs and 6 Surgical Technologists (4 are First Assists)
- Day shift: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
- Night shift: On-call from 3:30 PM – 7:00 AM (Monday-Friday)
- Procedures performed:
- Robotic (prostate, hysterectomy)
- Orthopedic (shoulders, knees, hips, trauma)
- Gynecological (laparoscopic, robotic, open)
- General surgery
- ENT
- Podiatry
- Spine surgeries (fusions, laminectomies, ACDF)
- EMR system: Meditech
- Unit recognized as Unit of Distinction (2019)
- Joint Commission certified for knees and hips
Work Environment & Culture
- Flexible and positive attitude preferred
- Floating area includes Endoscopy as needed
- Dress code: Grey scrubs provided and laundered by hospital
- Weekend work: Every 5-6 weekends
- On-call: One night per week
Required Qualifications
- Surgical Technologist with a minimum of 2 years of experience
- Surgical Technologist experience within the last year
- BLS certification
- De-Escalation Skills in a healthcare setting
- OR First Assist Certification
- Experience in an Acute Care setting
- Robotic surgical experience
- Spine surgical experience (spine procedures)
- Recent OR experience
- Surgical First Assistant experience
This position is ideal for a CST/ORT First Assist with strong robotic and spine surgery experience looking for a travel opportunity in New Hampshire.
Employer
Host Healthcare
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Cons
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About Derry, NH
As a Travel First Assist Technician in Derry, NH here's what you should know:- Derry's cost of living is slightly higher than the national average, with housing being the main factor.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
- In summer, average highs are around 80°F, and average lows in winter are around 15°F.
- Short term rentals are available in Derry, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially through online platforms.
- Derry is car-friendly with easy access to major highways.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- Derry has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues include heart disease and diabetes.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Derry offers a variety of restaurants, including local New England cuisine.
- There are opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and biking.
- The town also has a rich history and local art scene.
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