Job Description

Nashville General is hiring for a PRN Certified Scrub Tech for our Labor and Delivery department in Nashville, Tennessee.

The Surgical Technologist position is primarily responsible to perform “scrub” duties under the direction of a registered nurse and assist the physician during procedures as directed by the physician, assist in preparing for surgical procedures either routine or emergency, assisting in the maintenance of equipment and supplies, and other tasks assigned by supervisor.

Surg/Scrub TechnologistRoles and Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates competency to perform proper specimen collection
• Demonstrates the knowledge and ability to maintain sterile technique
• Competency to provide equipment and supplies based on patient needs
• Demonstrates active interest in increasing clinical understanding and abilities
• Demonstrates the ability to utilize proper instrument sterilization techniques.
• Demonstrates the ability to provide a safe environment and follow established safety measures
• Maintains accurate counts of supplies and instruments used during the case

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• High School Diploma (Equivalent) or Higher
• Successful Completion of an accredited surgical technologist program
• Holds current certification as Certified Surgical Tech established by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)
  
• Employee must have valid BLS upon hire
• CPI required within 90 days of hire

About Nashville General Hospital Nashville General Hospital (NGH) is Nashville’s original community- based hospital. Joint Commission accredited, NGH readily accommodates a wide range of needs from emergency services and acute care to ancillary and ambulatory services. NGH continues to maintain its strong commitment to the healthcare needs of Nashville and Davidson County underserved, while also providing care to all segments of the community Nashville General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran Join our team at Nashville General Hospital. Apply today! Questions? Contract Recruiter- tara.schuchmann@nashvilleha.org