Surgical Technologist - Endoscopy of Raleigh

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together. Duke Health Integrated Practice Pursue your passion for caring with Duke Health Integrated Practice, which comprises more than 110 primary and specialty outpatient clinics, extending the reach of Duke Health's mission across the state of North Carolina. 15,000 Commitment Bonus for Qualifying Candidates! JOB LOCATION Duke GI-Endoscopy of Raleigh - 3300 Executive Dr. JOB SUMMARY Surgical Technologists (ST) are allied health professionals who assist in the preparation and care of surgical patients ranging from infancy to geriatrics under the general direction of a professional nurse. The ST possesses expertise in the theory and application of sterile aseptic technique and combines the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation tools and technologies to facilitate a surgeon's performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Establishes and maintains a sterile field, ensuring all team members follow proper sterile technique. Demonstrates understanding and consistent practice of sterile procedures. Understands and applies principles of infection control. Maintains basic knowledge of endoscopy instrumentation. Prepares and breaks down procedure rooms with appropriate equipment, instruments, and supplies. Performs safe instrument passing and handles specimen collection appropriately. Demonstrates competency in high-level disinfection and scope reprocessing. Maintains technical skills to support adult patient care. Rotates shifts as needed under the direction of a registered nurse. JOB ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS Level I- Entry level position for new graduates of Surgical Technology program or Surgical Technologists with 0 to 18 months experience. Certification preferred. Level II- Requires 6 to 12 months of full-time equivalent Surgical Technology or relevant military experience. Certification preferred. Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status. Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values. Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.