Surgical Technician - Kodiak

Surgical Technician - Kodiak at Providence summary:

The Surgical Technician at Providence Kodiak Island Medical Center supports surgeons by preparing operating rooms, sterilizing instruments, and assisting during surgical procedures to ensure patient safety and care. Candidates must have accredited surgical technology training and national certification, with at least one year of operating room experience. The role offers full-time day shifts, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits in a patient-focused healthcare environment serving vulnerable populations.

Description

Providence is calling for a Surgical Technician in Kodiak, Alaska. We are a community of caregivers delivering every day on our Mission to provide compassionate care that is accessible for all - especially those who are poor and vulnerable.

Apply today! Applicants that meet qualifications will receive a text with some additional questions from our Hire Vue system!

Up to $10,000 hiring bonus and relocation assistance for eligible full-time external hires that meet required qualifications and conditions for payment.

Hours:
Full Time (40 Hours Weekly) Day Shift

The Surgical Technician II provides support by anticipating the needs of the Surgeon and other surgical personnel by performing tasks that assist in the care and treatment of patients during the surgical process while maintaining a sterile work environment at all times. Performs decontamination of equipment, instruments and completes sterilization process. Maintains a positive and professional image when interacting with patients, their families, physicians, employees and general public.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Kodiak Alaska Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required qualifications:

• Graduation from a Surgical Technology Program accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation (CAAHEP) or other program accredited by the Liaison Council on Certification for the Surgical Technologist or completion of a Surgical Technician Military Training program.
• National Certified Surgical Technologist - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting upon hire; or
• National Tech in Surgery - Certified - National Center for Competency Testing upon hire.
• National Provider BLS - American Heart Association within 30 days of hire.
• Operating Room experience for candidates who have graduated from an accredited Surgical Technology Program or have completed other accredited programs by the Liaison Council on Certification for the Surgical Technologist or completion of a Surgical Technician Military Training program. Candidates with equivalent other or at least six months of on the job clinical training must have minimum one year operating room experience scrubbing on surgical procedures.

Why Join Providence?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

The Providence family of organizations has a vision of health for a better world. As such, we are called to care wisely for our communities, resources, and earth. Our organizations strive to become carbon negative by 2030.

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About Providence

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