Surgical Technologist

The Surgical Technologist is responsible for planning, preparing, and maintaining surgical instrumentation and the surgical field peri‑operatively. The Surgical Technologist also performs various related activities post‑operatively in relation to room and instrument decontamination. This position is part of the 1199

SEIU Bargaining Unit at Cooley Dickinson Hospital. This position reports to the Nurse Manager, Operating Room and operates within established organizational and departmental policies and procedures.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Successful completion of a program in surgical technology from an approved school required
• Certification in Surgical Technology required within 6 months of hire
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association required

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

Cooley Dickinson Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.