Certified Surgical Technologist (Cst)

These positions are nationwide

JOB SUMMARY

This position is responsible for assisting the Surgical team during operative procedures by performing a variety of technical duties to primarily assist in responsibility for the preparation and maintenance of the surgical sterile field for the operative patient.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Arrange and inventory sterile set-up for operation and passes items as needed to the surgical team.
• Understand and apply the principles of asepsis. Establish and maintain a sterile field and assure the team maintains a sterile environment.
• Assist in the preparation and moving of patients.
• Cleans disinfect and sterilize instrumentation. Assists with clean-up and room turnover.
• Access computer information as needed, such as preference lists and digital images.
• Participates in all safety initiatives. Adheres to programs such as SCIP and SCOAP quality initiatives.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology school or recognized course of training as a Surgical Technologist preferred.

EXPERIENCE/TRAINING:

• One year of experience as a Surgical Technologist in a full-service operating room is preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply age-specific principles of growth and development and life stages to meet each patient’s needs.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION:

• CST (Certified Surgical Technologist) is preferred.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification is required at the date of hire.
• Registered Surgical Technologist

OTHER SKILLS:

• Well-organized, detail-oriented, and self-motivated
• Ability to coordinate activities and work collaboratively with others
• Ability to execute detailed procedures with accuracy and precision
• Basic computer/keyboarding skills including MS Office applications
• Understanding of operating room protocols