Surgical Tech-Operating Room

Summary Job Description: Surgical Technologist II -OR Full Time I Second Shift (4x10s) Operating Room I Lexington, KY   $15,000 Sign on Bonus for qualified individuals.   Baptist Health Lexington Surgical Services Department encompasses several key areas: the Pre-Op Department, 20 operating rooms with a business office staff responsible for scheduling, a Postoperative Care Unit, an Endoscopy Department with dedicated pre- and post-op areas, and a Sterile Processing Department. Description for Surgical Technologist II-OR: •  Essential duties: Draping, instrumentation, suture, and equipment. •  Ability to aseptically set up and keep mayo and back table organized throughout procedure. • Correctly count and account for all required items prior to, during and following the procedure. • Anticipate the needs of the surgeon. • Accountability in checking instrumentation, equipment, and supplies prior to use in a procedure. • Knowledgeable of specific uses of all equipment and supplies used for surgical procedures. • Seeks out information and support for areas of knowledge deficit prior to use. • Ability to plan, prepare and function in emergency situations. • Room ready prior to time for scheduled case. • Minimizes turnover by assisting and preparing for next case by obtaining instruments, equipment, and other necessary supplies. • Is in OR room when patient is brought into the room. • On call weekends, weeknights, and holidays by rotation. Requirements for Surgical Technologist II-OR: • Technical Diploma; Associate degree. • Completion of a Surgical Technology program. • National Certification CST Certified Surgical Technologist. • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required. If not already certified, applicants must obtain BLS within 30 days of their hire date.    Benefits: • Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance • Life Insurance • Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance • Identity Theft Protection • Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually  • Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave  • 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire  • Bereavement Leave (includes pets)  • PTO Sell Back Program  • Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation) • Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support  • Retirement with Company Match If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now! Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.