Surgical Technologist, Heart Team

Overview

 Surgical Technologist

High Point, NC

• Elevate your surgical career at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist as a Surgical Tech (full time, days), where cutting-edge technology and a collaborative environment converge to redefine surgical excellence. Join us in delivering exceptional patient care and advancing your skills within our dynamic academic learning healthcare system!

Position Highlights:

• Sign-on Bonus: $7,500 sign-on bonus eligible position! 
• Shift Schedule:  Full time (36 hours), Days
• Department:  Operating Room
• Location:  High Point Medical Center

What We Offer:

• Generous PTO: Accrual starts at 25 days/year, to be used for vacations, sickness, holidays, and personal matters.
• Education Reimbursement: We invest in your professional growth, offering up to $2,500 per year towards a bachelor’s degree and up to $5,000 per year towards a graduate degree.
• Wellness Incentives: Take advantage of up to $1,350 per year in wellness incentives through our LiveWELL program, prioritizing your well-being.
• Parental Benefits: We understand the importance of family, providing six weeks of paid birthing-mother maternity leave and four weeks of paid parental leave.
• Retirement: Secure your financial future with up to 7% employer-paid retirement contributions.

What You’ll Need:

• Graduation from a Surgical Technology program 
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification
• Preferred: Certification in specialty area

How You’ll Impact Patient Care:

Embrace this pivotal role in patient care as you work alongside the Registered Nurse. You'll support direct patient care, prepare the Operating Room pre- and post-surgery, arrange sterile instruments, and maintain aseptic techniques. Key responsibilities of a Surg Tech include, but are not limited to:

1. Ensure top-notch patient care, safety, and advocacy by anticipating and addressing case-specific needs with sharp critical thinking under RN supervision.
2. Uphold excellence by impeccably managing instruments, equipment, and supplies, ensuring timeliness and accuracy.
3. Showcase your effective and positive communication style with the team, colleagues, and patients, fostering a collaborative atmosphere.
4. Seize personal responsibility and drive for performance, growth, and development.
5. Demonstrate savvy cost-containment practices concerning instruments and inventory.

The Ideal Candidate Will:

• Thrive under pressure, maintaining effectiveness during stressful situations.
• Exhibit resilience and adaptability in an ever-changing environment.
• Be fluent in systems for ensuring patient safety.
• Be comfortable with technology and informatics.
• Embrace innovative approaches to enhance practice.

Bring your unwavering commitment to patient care and your adept skills to enhance Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist’s dedication to excellence. Join us in shaping a brighter future for our patients and our team – APPLY TODAY!