Novant Health

Integrated health network with care facilities

Surgical Technologist Operating Room

Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryUpdated on Nov 12

Full-timeWilmington, NC, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED is required.
Graduation from an accredited School of Surgical Technology or equivalent military training as a 68D Operating Room Specialist is required; online Surgical Tech program credits are not accepted.
For incumbents who are not graduates of an accredited School of Surgical Technology or who do not have certification, certification within 12 months of hire is recommended for new graduates.
For incumbents who are not graduates of an accredited School of Surgical Technology or who do not have certification, successful completion of generic and department-specific skill validation and competency testing is required.
For incumbents who are not graduates of an accredited School of Surgical Technology or who do not have certification, effective customer service, verbal and nonverbal communication, interpersonal relationship, and time management skills are required.

Responsibilities

Set up the sterile table with the instruments, supplies, equipment, and medications or solutions needed for the procedure.
Gown and glove the surgeon and assistants.
Assist with draping the sterile field and pass instruments to the surgeon during the procedure.
Prepare sterile dressings.
Clean and prepare instruments for terminal sterilization.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

Previous Surgical Technologist experience is preferred.
Current Surgical Tech Certification (CST, TS-C, NRCST, or SA-C) is preferred.

What We Offer

Novant Health is hiring for a Surgical technologist for the Operating Room at our New Hanover Regional Medical Center location in Wilmington, NC. 

Schedule: Full-Time Days, 7am - 7 pm
Department: Operating Room
Benefits: This position is eligible for benefits.

What You'll Do

Sets up sterile table with instruments, supplies, equipment, and medications/solutions needed for procedure.
Gowns and gloves surgeon and assistants.
Helps in draping sterile field. Passes instruments, etc., to surgeon during procedure.
Prepares sterile dressings.
Cleans and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization.
All other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

Education: High School Diploma or GED, required. Graduate of an accredited School of Surgical Technology program or Military Training Equivalent (68D – Operating Room Specialist). For incumbents who are not graduates of an accredited School of Surgical Technology or have certification please see additional skills required. Online Surgical Tech program credits will not be accepted.
Experience: Previous Surgical Technologist experience, preferred.
Licensure/Certification: Current Surgical Tech Certification (CST, TS-C, NRCST, or SA-C), preferred. Current Surgical Tech Certification - based on state specific regulations (South Carolina Region Only), required.
Additional Skills (required): For incumbents who are not graduates of an accredited School of Surgical Technology or have certification the following additional requirements may apply: recommended for new graduates to obtain certification within 12 months of hire. Ability to successfully complete generic and department-specific skill validation and competency testing. Demonstrate effective and appropriate customer service skills, verbal and nonverbal communication techniques, interpersonal relationship skills, and time management skills.

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.

Job Opening ID

196362

About the Company

Novant Health

Integrated health network with care facilities

Novant Health operates an integrated healthcare network with hospitals, clinics, urgent care, imaging and pharmacy services across North Carolina and South Carolina. Its care model connects facilities and clinicians to provide a coordinated continuum of care, from primary and specialty services to outpatient and virtual visits. The network sets itself apart through its scale as an integrated system, a strong safety and quality focus, and active use of clinical trials and innovative care delivery; it also emphasizes community benefits and a large virtual care platform. Its goal is to improve community health by expanding access to safe, high-quality care and advancing health outcomes through research, innovation in care delivery, and value-based partnerships.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Charlotte, NC
Founded: 1997

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