Lifepoint Health·Beckley, West Virginia
Facilitates safe surgical procedures by preparing the operating suite and managing instruments and supplies. Assists physicians during surgery and handles the processing of medical specimens.
JOB SUMMARY Performs assigned scrub duties, assists with patient care and assures optimum quality patient care using a team approach. Performs services requiring technical and manual skills under the direction of the Circulating RN. Reports to: Director of Surgical Services FLSA: Non-exempt JOB REQUIREMENTS Minimum Education Graduate of a Program for Surgical Technology, Licensed Practical Nurse or candidate must have had 2 years experience as a Surgical Technologist is required Required Skills Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Basic Life Support (BLS) - to be obtained within 30 days Minimum Work Experience A minimum of one-year hospital experience as an Operating Room Technician with a service orientation and the ability to understand and react effectively to the surgical needs for all patient populations. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Performs assigned scrub duties Assists in maintenance of a clean and orderly environment Assists with patient care Communicates with charge nurses Participates in continuing education Applies knowledge of age-related factors appropriately to patients, utilizing appropriate policies and procedures ORGANIZATIONAL EXPECTATIONS Adheres to Hospital's Standards of Performance Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure While performing this job, occupational exposure is present for all employees
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 a high school diploma and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Candidates must have at least 6 months of experience in a similar role at another facility.
Market context
In West Virginia, surgical technologist roles are often tied to hospital and outpatient surgical volume, so demand can be strongest where operating rooms run consistently. These positions are competitive because employers usually look for candidates with recent hands-on experience, BLS certification, and familiarity with sterile technique and OR workflows. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your BLS status and be ready to describe your 6 months of similar experience clearly.