Surgical Technologist
Louisville, Kentucky
Norton Women's & Children's Hospital
$1,274-1,432/weekHost Healthcare will give you the best chance of placement for this opportunity
Job info
Surgical Tech Position
Location
- Louisville, Kentucky
Job Summary
- Assist healthcare team during intra-operative period.
- Prepare and handle surgical instruments and equipment.
- Assist surgeon during surgical procedures.
- Provide care based on patient age group (neonate through geriatric).
- Apply aseptic technique and medical terminology knowledge.
- Prioritize and problem-solve in dynamic surgical environments.
- Recognize and respond immediately to urgent or emergency situations.
Responsibilities
- Maintain aseptic technique during surgical duties.
- Care for, prepare, handle, and maintain surgical instrumentation.
- Perform sponge, sharps, and instrument counts according to policy.
- Adhere to professional standards of practice.
Schedule
- 5 shifts per week, Monday through Friday.
- 8 hours per day (day shift).
- Call up to 40 hours on a 6-week rotation.
Required Qualifications
- Certified Surgical Technologist with a minimum of 2 years of experience.
- Certified Surgical Technologist experience within the last year.
- BLS (Basic Life Support) certification.
- CST (Certified Surgical Technologist) certification.
- High School Diploma or GED.
Facility
Norton Women's & Children's Hospital
1 nurse recommends working with Norton Women's & Children's Hospital
Pros
The teamwork and support from the floor staff and most PCA’s is phenomenal. Location
Cons
Poor staffing, floating to other units sometimes all three shifts, little support from management. The AMN (Charge) is responsible for 59 patient rooms, which could be 118 patients. Resources are stretched too thin.
- Childrens
Louisville, KY
About
Louisville is the largest city in Kentucky and the famous namesake of the Official Bat of Major League Baseball, the Louisville Slugger. It’s also well known as the host of the Kentucky Derby, the most prestigious American horse race. Many visitors note the city’s friendly hospitality, often called second to none. In fact, Louisville often ranks among the country's friendliest cities. It's where big-city amenities meet Southern charm with plenty of things to see and do. Take a stroll through Old Louisville, the third-largest National Preservation District in the U.S., ideal for lovers of architecture and history. Shopping is a treat, with everything from vintage to upscale shops and boutiques scattered throughout the city, and the dining scene is just as impressive and diverse. At Logan Street Market alone, over 30 local chefs, artisans and merchants offer a wide range of tasty eats and unique products.
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