Surgical Tech Advanced

Surgical TechnologistPerforms a variety of technical duties to assist in preparing and caring for perioperative patients. Prepares patient skin for surgery in accordance with Infirmary Health's standards. Positions patients according to type of surgery. Maintains aseptic techniques. Cleans, prepares, stores, distributes, and maintains various supplies, equipment, and instruments to assure efficiency operation and patient safety in the operating room. Services as a resource to other department staff.QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:One of the following:Graduate of an accredited school of Surgical Technology15 or more years' experience working as a Surgical TechGrandfathered into Surgical Tech (911005) prior to 02/12/2017Good communications skillsRecord keeping skills sufficient to manage required documentationWorking knowledge of OR instruments, equipment, and proceduresLicensure, Registration, Certification:BLSOne of the following:Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)For incumbents grandfathered into Surgical Tech (911005) position prior to 02/12/2017, current certification as a Tech in Surgery – Certified (TS-C) from National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)