Surgical Technician

Franklin General Hospital is searching for a Scrub Technician in our Surgery Department. This position works 24 hours a week. Ideal daytime hours, no weekends or holidays.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Scrubs on all types of minor operating procedures for General surgery, ENT, Podiatry, Orthopedics and Gynecology; handles surgical instruments, sutures & sponges; anticipates the needs of the surgeon, assisting as necessary. Maintains strict aseptic technique, assumes joint responsibility with the circulating nurse for ensuring that all are accounted for during and after the operation. Ensure that necessary equipment, instruments and supplies are available and ready for use. Cleans rooms and sterilizes equipment. It does require the ability to work in different capacities such as central sterile, endoscopy, and other areas of a surgical suite.

Qualifications include being a graduate of a surgical technical program or equivalent working experience. Prefer a minimum of 1-2 years surgical experience.