Surgical Technologist Certified

About the role

Responsible for the provision of patient care activities and related non-professional services necessary for the care of patients and the maintenance of the Operating Room under the direction of a Registered Nurse. Sets up Operating Room with needed items for patient care; gathers supplies, x-rays, instruments, etc., for cases; handles instruments during procedures. Communicates information to the RN regarding patients.

Responsibilities

• Practices and implements the technical components of patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse.
• Collaborates with the RN and other healthcare professionals to implement a plan of care that incorporates physician preferences, nursing assessments and diagnostic data in a manner that is prioritized, timely, and integrated with the plan of care.
• Prepares equipment, supply and resource needs based on an individualized plan of care. Re-evaluates and modifies resource needs as needed.
• Communicates accurate and timely information to the Registered Nurse regarding patients in their care.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to perform all aspects of a variety of surgical procedures. Maintains knowledge and skills to properly operate all surgical equipment and instruments. Utilizes appropriate aseptic technique when handling supplies, instruments, and equipment.
• Follows laboratory policy and procedure to correctly handle and label all laboratory specimens.
• Documents quality controls thoroughly and accurately according to unit specific standards.
• Demonstrates competence in problem solving, conflict resolution, and team building. Serves as a resource to other team members.
• Organizes and utilizes time efficiently. Demonstrates appropriate prioritization. Maintains an organized work environment.
• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• All candidates must have completed an accredited surgical tech program.
• Graduate of a technical program for operating room technicians.
• No experience required.

Certifications

• Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or Tech in Surgery - Certified - National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) or National Registered Surgical Technician (NRST) - American Allied Health Association (AAH)

Schedule

• Full Time, Day shifts (on call shifts required)
• Weekly Hours: 40

Benefits

• Competitive, affordable health insurance including various competitive health insurance options & wellness plans
• Getting paid every day (voluntary benefit through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay before payday; fees may apply)
• Access up to $5,250 in tuition coverage per year (upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded for eligible team members)
• Adoption assistance
• Retirement benefits including employer matching plans
• Long & short-term disability
• Employee assistance programs (EAP)
• Paid Parental Leave: one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE)
• Please note, benefits and eligibility can vary by position, exclusions may apply