Surgical Technologist - Rotating Shifts - Operating Room

About the role

Provides assistance to surgeons during surgical procedures across all age groups, ensuring patient safety and optimal outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Supports treatment coordination with multidisciplinary teams and provides basic patient assistance.
• Prepares patients and surgical sites following aseptic techniques, including scrubbing, gowning, gloving, and draping.
• Participates in surgical briefings, confirms correct surgical site, and maintains accurate supply counts.
• Handles specimens, disposes of sharps properly, and assesses wounds for dressing changes.
• Adheres to universal precautions, assists with emergency procedures, and performs post-operative tasks like specimen collection and patient transport.
• Acts as a preceptor for students, ensures compliance with policies, and performs quality control activities.
• Supports billing processes and participates in on-call rotations, including responding promptly to emergencies.

Qualifications & Skills

• Graduate of Specialty Training Program.
• Current certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or eligible under relevant regulations.
• Ability to work in a clinical environment, follow protocols, and collaborate effectively with healthcare teams.

Schedule

Full-time role involving 12-hour shifts, rotating start times, and participation in on-call, weekend, and holiday rotations. Requires a minimum 30-minute response time for on-call shifts.