Surgical Technologist I - Heart Team

Surgical Technologist I - Heart Team at Norman Regional Health System summary:

A Surgical Technologist I - Heart Team assists surgeons during operative procedures in cardiothoracic and vascular cases, ensuring a safe and aseptic environment in the operating room. This role requires completion of an accredited Surgical Technologist program or equivalent experience, along with current Basic Life Support and possibly a licensed practical nurse (LPN) qualification. The position offers a competitive salary, various premiums, and comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and tuition reimbursement. Overview: Up to $5K Sign On Bonus Compensation / Benefits

• $19.56-$31.94/hr. depending on previous work experience.
• Evening differential $2.00/hr.
• Night differential $2.50/hr.
• Weekend differential $2.50/hr.
• Sign On Bonus paid over 1 year.
• Benefits include medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, free parking, cafeteria discounts, employee assistance program and scholarship opportunities.

We have 2 operating rooms, one traditional operating room and one hybrid operating room, for cardiothoracic and vascular cases located in the HealthPlex tower at Norman Regional Hospital. Norman Regional Hospital currently houses the largest hybrid operating room in the state of Oklahoma. Our nurses demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, autonomy, and critical thinking skills while caring for a wide range of patient types. We orient new nurses to each of our surgical areas, spending time with dedicated preceptors in each area. Upon completion of orientation, nurses will be able to circulate cardiothoracic and vascular cases as well as a wide variety of other service lines. Take the next step of your nursing journey and join our amazing surgical services department where we are physician lead and professionally managed. Responsibilities:

• Assists the surgeon during the operative procedure.
• Maintains a safe and aseptic environment in the Operating Room area.

Qualifications: Education

• Completion of accredited Surgical Technologist program, achieved national certification in surgical technology, or five (5) consecutive years training/experience as a surgical tech.

Experience

• Must have completed accredited Surgical Technology program, or must have five (5) consecutive years training/experience as a surgical tech or LPN with one (1) year surgical tech preferred.
• National Certification is highly preferred.

(Above requirements can be met by the equivalent combination of education and experience).   Licensure / Certification

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) is required to be maintained for duration of employment. 
• If Certified Surgical Technologist must have current certification.
• Currently Oklahoma LPN license required if applicable.

Keywords:

Surgical Technologist, Operating Room, Cardiothoracic Surgery, Vascular Surgery, Healthcare, Patient Care, Surgical Procedures, Aseptic Technique, Nursing Support, Medical Staff