Surgical Technologist
Louisville, Kentucky
Norton Women's & Children's Hospital
$1,190-1,500/weekUniti Med will give you the best chance of placement for this opportunity
Job info
Surgical Tech
Location: Louisville, Kentucky
Employment Type: Clinical-Allied
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Summary
The Surgical Technician assists the healthcare team during the intra-operative period by preparing and handling surgical instruments and equipment, and assisting the surgeon throughout procedures. This role requires knowledge of various surgical specialties and the ability to prioritize and problem-solve in urgent or emergency situations. The technician must apply aseptic technique and have basic knowledge of medical terminology and the metric system, providing care appropriate to patients ranging from neonates to geriatrics.
Responsibilities
- Maintain aseptic technique during surgical duties to ensure positive patient outcomes.
- Care for, prepare, handle, and maintain surgical instrumentation.
- Perform sponge, sharps, and instrument counts consistently according to policy.
- Adhere to professional standards of practice.
Required Qualifications
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) with a minimum of 2 years of experience, including experience within the last year.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Knowledge and experience in surgical technology.
Skills
- Surgical technology and instrumentation handling.
- Surgical equipment preparation.
- Aseptic technique.
- Medical terminology and metric system knowledge.
- Patient care, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
Shift Details
- Day shift: 6:30 AM to 7:00 PM
- 12-hour shifts, approximately 36 hours per week
- No weekends required
- Call up to 40 hours on a 6-week schedule
No prior travel experience required.
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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