Overview

St. Luke’s Health System in Twin Falls is seeking a CST to join our OR team.

Unit/Position Summary

The Certified Surgical Technologist is responsible for identifying and securing instrumentation and equipment needed for invasive procedures and demonstrating proficient use and implementation of the same.

Responsibilities

The Certified Surgical Technologist is responsible for identifying and securing instrumentation and equipment needed for invasive procedures and demonstrating proficient use and implementation of the same.

• Performs pre-operative procedures such as selection and placement of surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment.
• Assists surgeon and designated assistants in invasive procedures, passing instruments and supplies and anticipating the needs of the surgical team.
• During the surgical procedure provides instruments, sutures, and other sterile supplies.
• Helps prepare, care for, and dispose of specimens taken for laboratory analysis and helps apply dressings.
• Applies basic knowledge of anatomy & physiology, medical terminology and microbiology.
• Applies knowledge related to emergency situations and surgical procedures in the operating room.
• May develop, organize and deliver continuing education topics and/or training (in -services).
• May assist in precept of students and new staff.
• Maintains a safe work environment.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience: 0 years experience
• Licenses/Certifications: Certified as a Surgical Technologist (CST) by National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) OR Tech in Surgery
• Certified (CST-NCCT) by National Center Competency Testing (NCCT) AND Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider Certified through American Heart Association or American Red Cross

Why St. Luke's

A strong, talented staff is at the heart of St. Luke’s Health System. We are the state’s largest employer with more than 15,000 employees and a medical staff of more than 1,800 physicians and advanced practice providers. We’re proud of our people who deliver skilled, compassionate care every day, and are looking to add dedicated individuals who will continue this same tradition of excellence.

*St. Luke’s is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by law.