At Vitruvian Health, we serve with compassion. As northwest Georgia and southeast Tennessee’s leading healthcare system, we are committed not only to the health of our communities, but also to the growth, support, and success of our team members.
Formerly Hamilton Health Care System, Vitruvian Health is built on a legacy of trust, innovation, and exceptional care. With over 80 points of access across the region, including Hamilton Medical Center and Bradley Medical Center, we offer the opportunity to be part of something bigger: a connected, mission-driven team changing lives every day.
Our core values, Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Excellence (PRIDE), guide everything we do. We believe in empowering our people, celebrating differences, and delivering care that reflects the heart of our mission.
Join us and build a meaningful career where you’re valued, inspired, and supported to make a real impact.
Excellence. Every person. Every time.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Education: High school graduate or equivalent. Graduate from a Surgical Technology program accredited by the committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation or another avenue of entry.
Licensure: Certified Surgical Technologist Certification required as evidenced by NBSTA OR a graduate from a Surgical Technology program with a written contract agreement of passing the Certification test within six months of hire OR 20 (twenty) years of experience as a validated OR Tech/Surgical Technologist required. CPR required.
Experience: 0-3 years experience as a Certified Surgical Technologist
Skills: Manual dexterity to handle multitude of OR instruments. Ability to obtain and interpret pertinent information in terms of the patients’ needs that are age appropriate. Ability to select proper instrumentation/supplies appropriate for age group of patient served.
PHYSICAL, MENTAL, ENVIRONMENTAL AND WORKING CONDITIONS
Works in surgical suite under aseptic conditions and cool temperatures. Exposure to hazards found in surgical areas. Requires call duty and ability to work flexible schedule. Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patients, manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination. Requires standing for extensive periods of time. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing up to 50 pounds. Requires working under stressful conditions with ability to adapt to rapid turnover of patient census.