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*Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital – Surgical Technician *

*Who We Are:*

*People are our passion and purpose.*Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is a 75-bed facility located in Elko, Nevada. We offer a wide range of healthcare services, including emergency medicine, heart care, maternity care, sleep medicine, surgical services, and more. We are recognized by the American College of Cardiology as an accredited Chest Pain Center. We believe that health care should be effective, safer, and more available to all people. We are committed to providing our patients with the highest quality, family-friendly care available.

*Where We Are:*

Elko is the largest city of Elko County, Nevada. Located near the Lamoille Canyon and the Ruby Mountains, Elko is called the Swiss Alps of Nevada. Here you’ll find year-round access to recreation and more than 20 alpine lakes. The city’s economy is heavy with gold mining, ranching, tourism, and casinos. The entertainment capital of the world, Las Vegas, Nevada is located approx. six hours away. With us is where you want to be.

*Why Choose Us:*

* Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees

* Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees

* Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance

* Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants

* Professional Development and Growth Opportunities

* And much more…

*Position Summary:*Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital has an opportunity available for a full time Surgical Scrub Technician (Scrub Tech) to work in our busy 8-bed Surgical Department. Surgical Services include Orthopedic, Dental, Optometric, General Surgery, Podiatry, Endoscopy, and OB-GYN.

Typical shifts are Monday through Friday, 8 hours per day, based on scheduled cases for the day. 1 in 4 call and 1 in 4 weekends is required.

The Surgical Technologist/scrub tech position will work as part of the operating room team in the OR, scrubbing the case, ensuring patient safety processes are in place and followed. In addition, this role will assist with the following:

* Prepares and maintains surgical instruments in the OR suite and ensures their proper set-up.

* Assists surgical team during the surgical procedure(s).

* Understands the procedures being performed and can anticipate the needs of the surgeon by passing instruments and supplies during procedure.

* Handles instruments and supplies correctly and ensures their proper functioning. Responsible for all instruments, maintaining them in good working order, and assuring the availability of needed instruments to do all surgical cases.

* Maintains sterile field and counts all instruments, sponges, needles etc, needed for each case. Has necessary knowledge and ability to ensure quality patient care during operative procedures.

* Cleans, assembles, and prepares instruments, equipment, and supplies for sterilization when needed. Follows proper sterilization processes. Participates in testing and recording of all biotesting for the sterilizers and autoclaves in the department as needed.

* Responsible for confirming equipment while in the OR/Procedure room and that the sterile field has been appropriately processed/sterilized.

*Minimum Qualifications:*

* *Education:*Associate’s degree preferred**

* *Experience:*At least 1 year experience in a general OR environment preferred. Successful incumbent will possess basic computer skills.**

* *Licensure and Certification:*Surgical Technologist Certification (NCCT or NBSTSA) preferred, or RN License preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) within 60-days**

*EEOC Statement:*

Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

**Job:** **OR Support Staff*

**Organization:** **Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital*

**Title:** *Surgical Tech*

**Location:** *Nevada-Elko*

**Requisition ID:** *7439-3049*