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Kettering Health

Surgical Technician FA - Operating Room

Kettering Health, Dayton, Ohio, United States, 45444

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Surgical Technician FA - Operating Room Kettering Health

Job Details

Location: Dayton

Employment Type: Full-Time

Shift: First Shift

Responsibilities The Surgical Technician (ST) First Assist is responsible for assisting in direct care to patients undergoing surgical intervention by selecting, setting up, and passing sterile instruments to the surgeon and assistants, under the direction of the RN and the surgeon. This position requires on‑call coverage. The Surgical Technician reports to the clinical manager and works in the Cardiothoracic and Cardiovascular team.

Position and prep patients

Opening and closing surgical sites

Dissecting tissue and removal of tissue

Implanting devices

Altering tissue

Provide hemostasis

Suturing

Applying/removing dressings, splints and casts

Administering local and other topical agents as ordered

Place IVs

Other procedures as requested and necessary

Assist in direct care by selecting, setting up, and passing sterile instruments

Maintain communications and actions that reflect Kettering Health Networks’ mission, vision, values, and policies in interactions with patients, families, and coworkers

Requirements

Successful completion of examination for first assistant certification

Open heart experience required

High school diploma or equivalent

Minimum of 4 years surgical experience if not a graduate of an ST program

Experience as an ST preferred

If not certified ST, must obtain certification within a year of hire

CPR certified

Ability to multitask and work in a fast‑pace environment

Able to function independently as a surgical technician

Customer service/communication skills

Ability to teach others (teaching facility)

On‑call required with a 30‑minute response time

Overview Kettering Health is a not‑for‑profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with high‑quality care for every stage of life. Our service‑oriented mission is in action every day, whether it’s by providing care in our facilities, training the next generation of health care professionals, or serving others through international outreach.

Seniority level Entry level

Employment type Full‑time

Job function Health Care Provider

Industries Hospitals and Health Care

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