Surgical Tech, Full Time
Elko, NV 
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Posted 26 days ago
Job Description
Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital
Description
Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. At Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital, we are committed to providing our patients with the highest quality, family-friendly care available. We offer a wide range of healthcare services, including emergency medicine, heart care, maternity care, sleep medicine, surgical services, and many more.

Where We Are:

Whether you're an outdoor or indoor person, Elko offers something for everyone. Summer recreation includes horseback riding, fishing, mountain biking, motor-cross racing, rock climbing, water skiing, cattle drives and city slicker tours, camping and hunting. Winter recreation and fun is just 6 miles north where local residents enjoy downhill skiing, snow-mobiling and helicopter and snowcat skiing.

Why Choose Us:

* Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees

* Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees

* Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance

* Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants

* Employee recognition programs

* And much more...

Position Summary:

Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital has an opportunity available for a full-time Surgical Scrub Technician (Scrub Tech) to work in our busy 8-bed Surgical Department. Surgical Services include Orthopedic, Dental, Optometric, General Surgery, Podiatry, Endoscopy, and OB-GYN.

Typical shifts are Monday through Friday, 8 hours per day, based on scheduled cases for the day. 1 in 4 call and 1 in 4 weekends is required.

The Surgical Technologist/scrub tech position will work as part of the operating room team in the OR, scrubbing the case, ensuring patient safety processes are in place and followed. In addition, this role sets up instruments, checks functioning of electronic/powered equipment, and works closely with surgeons, passing instruments and anticipating their equipment/instrument needs throughout the surgical case. Has an in-depth understanding of aseptic technique and sterile procedures, maintaining aseptic environment. Keep mayo stands and back tables neat and orderly to facilitate easy access to instruments and to facilitate quick and thorough counts. Knows the proper equipment for each procedure, as well as the ability to prepare equipment and supplies necessary to perform each procedure. Maintains the accuracy of all sponge, needle, and instrument counts. Assists with between case clean up and preparations for next case set ups. Returns equipment to its proper storage area when needed. Cleans and stocks ORs at the end of the day.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Associates Degree preferred

Experience: At least 1 year as a Scrub Technician in a hospital setting preferred

Licensure: Surgical Technologist Certification required

EEOC Statement:

Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Job OR Support Staff
Primary Location Nevada-Elko
Schedule Full-time
Work Schedule Day shift, 7-10 hr/shift, weekdays only

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Experience
1+ years
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