Surgical Technologist

Job Description - Surgical Technologist (3249357)Surgical Technologist - (3249357)Cooley Dickinson is the hospital where Surgical Technicians can grow and accelerate their careers. We are seeking professionals who are committed to the highest quality patient care and will contribute to our on-going pursuit of excellence.About UsWith energy and purpose, Cooley Dickinson Health Care, a member of the Mass General Brigham system, is advancing health care in western Massachusetts, and has been since 1886. Our network employs more than 2,000 medical professionals and support staff, at our main Hospital campus in Northampton and additional locations in twelve towns throughout the Pioneer Valley. Cooley Dickinson’s VNA & Hospice is also a vital part of our network, providing home-based services throughout Hampshire and Franklin counties.Accolades and RecognitionOur staff has been consistently recognized for the quality of care and commitment to patient safety provided on a daily basis. Some of these awards include:The American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN)Beacon Award for ExcellenceHuman Rights Campaign FoundationLGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader designationThe American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) awarded a Level 3Geriatric Emergency Department Accreditation (GEDA)Baby-Friendly USA designatedBaby-Friendly HospitalNewsweek Magazine and Statista named us one of the country’s Best Maternity HospitalsCooley Dickinson has earned six consecutive ‘A’ Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade and the Top General Hospital awardIn addition to competitive pay, all Cooley Dickinson employees who work 20 hours or more per week have access to the following benefits with no waiting period:a range of health, dental, vision, prescription and life insurance benefitsa generous and flexible Earned Time Off program starting at six weeks accrual per year403(b) retirement plan with various investment optionsopportunities and support for continued education including tuition reimbursementThe Surgical Technologist is responsible for planning, preparing, and maintaining surgical instrumentation and the surgical field peri-operatively. The Surgical Technologist also performs various related activities post-operatively in relation to room and instrument decontamination.This position is part of the 1199SEIU Bargaining Unit at Cooley Dickinson Hospital.This position reports to the Nurse Manager, Operating Room and operates within established organizational and departmental policies and procedures.High school diploma or equivalent requiredSuccessful completion of a program in surgical technology from an approved school requiredCertification in Surgical Technology required within 6 months of hireBasic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association requiredIt is the policy of Cooley Dickinson Health Care to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Cooley Dickinson Health Care will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.Cooley Dickinson Health Care embraces diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, and encourages people of color, veterans, people with disabilities, LGBTQ candidates, and people from other underrepresented groups to apply.Primary Location

MA-Northampton-CDH Cooley Dickinson HospitalWork Locations

CDH Cooley Dickinson Hospital30 Locust StreetNorthampton 01060Job

Surgical TechOrganization

Cooley Dickinson Hospital (CDH)Schedule

Part-timeStandard Hours 32Shift

Day JobPosted Shift Description: Call is required for this position

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