Surgical Tech St. Elizabeth Hospital Youngstown

Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities.

This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement

St. Elizabeth Hospital Youngstown

• $16k Sign On Bonus Available
• Join our team today!
• Higher Pay Scales and Sign-On Incentives
• Flexible Schedule to live the life you deserve
• Rewarding Higher Differentials with working on the Weekend
  
  

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Job Summary

The Certified Surgical Tech assists the surgical team by acting as the primary scrub technician who handles the instruments, supplies and equipment during surgical procedures. The Surgical Tech is also tasked with preparing and sterilizing the operating rooms, as well as the necessary equipment and instruments, prior to any surgical procedure. Working collaboratively and promoting teamwork is key to success in this Certified Surgical Tech position.

Essential Functions

• Prepare and organize the operating room equipment, instruments, and supplies as required for various surgical procedures
• Assists in the maintenance of the sterile field by applying principles of aseptic techniques and informing the surgeon/surgical team of infractions
• Provides instruments and supplies to the surgical team during procedures
• Cleans, wraps and prepares the instruments for sterilization.
• Take care of specimens, prepare, check, and monitor medications, and assist with dressings
• Other duties as assigned

SHIFT/SCHEDULE

• Full Time - Scheduled for 40 Weekly Hours
• Shift Time - All Shifts
• This position will have scheduled shifts some weekends
  
  

Education

• Associates Degree, Surgical Tech
• Or, Vocational Certification, Surgical Tech
  
  

Licensing & Certifications

• Graduate of an accredited surgical technologist program
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification
• Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association
  
  

Experience (preferred)

• Minimum of one year perioperative experience, can include military training for surgical technologists and/or operating room technicians
  
  

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance w/AD&D

Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

And much more

• Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
  
  

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com