Specialty Surgical Technician

Overview

CHI St. Vincent a regional health network serving Arkansas is part of CommonSpirit Health. We have served Arkansas since 1888 with a history of many firsts. Together with more than 4500 coworkers 1000 medical staff and 500 volunteers we consistently receive praise for care advancements. CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health in 2019. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community. CHI St. Vincent provides you with the same level of care you provide to others. We care about our employee well-being and offer benefits that complement and support your work/life ~~~ offer the following benefits to support you and your family:Free Premium Membership to our Care@Work program to help employees with child care pet care senior caregivers housekeepers & more.Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Flexible spending accounts Voluntary Protection: Group Accident Critical Illness and Identity Theft Adoption Assistance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family Paid Time Off (PTO) Tuition Assistance for career growth and development Matching 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Programs Wellness Programs.

Responsibilities

Assist the surgical team under the supervision of the surgeon and registered nurse.

Primarily functions as surgical assistant when appropriate (see functions of the surgical scrub and as second surgical scrub).

The surgical technologist will also assist in the circulating duties as delegated by an RN

*This position is eligible for up to a $5,000 sign on bonus!

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing with attendance of the core curriculum for perioperative nursing or equivalent training, and licensed to practice in the State of Arkansas

Graduate of an approved surgical technology program (one or two year program)

One year surgical experience required

Must have completed the required hospital and unit specific orientation period

Must be currently certified in Basic Cardiac Life Support & renewable every two years

Must be able to rotate taking surgical call (weeknights / weekends).

Pay Range

$22.89 - $33.20 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.