Certified Surgical Technologist FT Days

About the role

Anticipates the needs of the surgeon and keeps the circulating nurse informed throughout a procedure.

Maintains high standards and quality in facilitating cost savings and containment.

Supports customer and employee satisfaction activities; maintains good relationships with physicians, management, other departments, and staff; and responds to complaints in a timely manner.

Monitors aseptic technique of the entire surgical team and takes immediate corrective action for any breaks in technique.

Identifies and reports environmental concerns to management and ensures adherence to regulatory standards and policies.

Supervises other healthcare team members in the surgical environment and assists with orientation, training, and education of new personnel.

Promotes a safe environment and takes appropriate action in emergency situations, controlling hazards that may endanger patients, visitors, and employees.

Fulfills CDC isolation guidelines, uses PPE appropriately, and performs hand washing according to policy, adhering to all infection control practices.

Participates in practice changes resulting from performance improvement activities and supports departmental quality standards and initiatives.

Provides assistance and support to members of the surgical team as needed.

Aids in safe and efficient operating room turnover times and directs ancillary personnel during room turnover.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Communicate by reading, writing legibly, speaking, and comprehending English effectively in order to carry out job requirements.
• Have basic skills related to aseptic/sterile technique and knowledge of surgical instrumentation.
• Have up-to-date knowledge of surgical instruments and supplies to hand surgeons the correct tools during surgeries.
• Have up-to-date knowledge of regulatory requirements and laws at various jurisdictional levels.
• Understand and process surgeon dictated instructions and directions.
• Have basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Have organizational skills, customer relations, verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Have proficiency in grammar/spelling, and the ability to read/comprehend written instructions and follow verbal instructions.
• Have keyboarding (manual) and computer (visual) skills.
• Have the ability to multitask and possess excellent communication skills.

Requirements

• High School Grad or Equiv
• Associate
• Technical/Vocational School

Qualifications

• 2+ years of technical experience in the field
• 1+ years relevant experience

Skills

• Ability to communicate by reading, writing legibly, speaking, and comprehending English effectively in order to carry out job requirements.
• Basic skills related to aseptic/sterile technique and knowledge of surgical instrumentation.
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the healthcare industry.
• Up-to-date knowledge of surgical instruments and supplies to hand surgeons the correct tools during surgeries.
• Up-to-date knowledge of regulatory requirements and laws at various jurisdictional levels.
• Ability to understand and process surgeon dictated instructions and directions.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Ability to consistently demonstrate clear communication skills, strong anticipatory skills, and concentration to detail.
• Assembly of mechanical devices and knowledge of fundamental human anatomy.
• Ability and willingness to work a flexible schedule and adapt to change.
• Proficiency in grammar/spelling, and the ability to read/comprehend written instructions and follow verbal instructions.
• Keyboarding (manual) and computer (visual) skills.
• Ability to multitask and possess excellent communication skills.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Pay

$24.45 - $45.46