Lifepoint Health·Somerset, Kentucky
Facilitates safe and efficient surgical procedures by preparing the operating suite and managing instruments and supplies. Assists physicians during surgery and handles the processing of medical specimens for the laboratory.
Your experience matters
Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health [https://lifepointhealth.net/locations], a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Surgical Technician (ST) joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
More about our team
Our Surgical Center spans more than 12,500 square feet and features three fully equipped Operating Rooms and two Procedure Rooms, supported by several local surgeons. We offer a balanced schedule with Monday-Friday hours and no holidays, weekends, or on-call requirements – allowing our team to focus on exceptional patient care while maintaining a strong work-life balance.
How you’ll contribute
Facilitates the safe and efficient performance of surgical procedures.
Prepares surgical operating suite with drapes, solutions, instruments, equipment and supplies.
Ensures good working order of equipment and instruments.
Assists with preparing, transporting, positioning and draping patients.
Passes instruments to physician during surgery.
Continually accounts for number and location of instruments and supplies during surgery.
Receives and processes specimens for delivery to the laboratory.
What we’re looking for Applicants need to have at least 6 months on the job experience from another facility. Additional requirements include:
Education: High School Diploma or equivalent preferred. Graduate of a surgical technology program preferred.
Basic Life Support (BLS) required one month from hire date
Schedule: PRN
Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital Is a 295-bed acute hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Somerset community for over 40 years. We are proud to have received the Gold Seal of Approval from The Joint Commission, awarded the Advanced Certification from Primary Stroke Center from The Joint Commission, names a U.S. News & World Report High Performing Hospital, recognized by the Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care as an Accredited Check Pain Center, and our neurosurgery program has been recognized as an Accredited Spine Center by The Joint Commission.
“Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier.
Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities.
We believe that success is achieved through talented people.
We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life.
We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.
Requires at least 6 months of experience in a similar facility and a BLS certification within one month of hire. A high school diploma and graduation from a surgical technology program are preferred.
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