Surgical Technologist I

About the position

Join Southcoast Health, where your future is as promising as the care we provide. Our commitment to each other, our patients, and our community is more than a mission - it's our way of life, and you'll be at the heart of it. Southcoast Health is a not-for-profit, charitable health system with multiple hospitals, clinics, and facilities throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Nestled in local communities, Southcoast Health provides inclusive, ethical workplaces where our highly skilled caregivers offer world-class, comprehensive healthcare close to home. Find out for yourself why Southcoast Health has been voted ‘Best Place to Work' for 7 years in a row! We are searching for a talented Certified Medical Assistant. A $4,500 new hire sign-on bonus is available for this position. (Rehires termed more than 1 year also eligible).

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance to surgical team during the intra-operative phase.
• Ensure a safe, aseptic, and appropriately equipped surgical environment.
• Responsible for OR preparation, instrument supply and assembly.
• Maintain sterile fields and hands off instruments.
• Initiate counts throughout procedures.
• Perform Surgical Technologist duties including on-call duties as needed or required.

Requirements

• Completion of 4 years of high school plus additional specialized courses or training.
• Graduation from an approved Surgical Technology Program.
• Certified Surgical Technologist credential administered by a nationally recognized surgical technologist certifying body accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies and recognized by the American College of Surgeons and the Association of Surgical Technologists within 12 months of graduation from the program or within 6 months of hire if greater than 12 months from graduation.
• Certification in Basic Life Support.
• One (1) year of related work experience is preferred.
• Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID-19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits package.
• Generous Earned Time Off Package.
• Employee Wellbeing Program.
• 403B Retirement Plan with company match.
• Tuition assistance / Federal Loan forgiveness programs.
• Professional growth opportunities and customized leadership training.