Certified Surgical Technician

Job Title Certified Surgical Technologist Schedule Monday through Friday. Hours may vary depending on cases, but typical shifts are 0630-1500. Salary Range $32.00 - $39.25 per hour, based on skill and experience level. Supervision Received Physician and/or Registered Nurse. General Summary of Duties Surgical technologists, also called scrubs and surgical or operating room technicians, assist in surgical operations under the supervision of surgeons, registered nurses, or other surgical personnel. They are members of operating room teams, which most commonly include surgeons, anesthesiologists, and circulating nurses. Education / Experience / Requirements A graduate of an accredited surgical technologist program. 1 year of surgical tech experience. BLS certification. Essential Functions Prepare and maintain medical equipment for surgical procedures. Before an operation, prepare the operating room by setting up surgical instruments, sterile drapes, and sterile solutions. Follow hospital regulations and industry procedures to tend to patient during pre‑operation procedures. Perform pre‑operation preparations to the patient's skin, body and medical equipment. Assemble both sterile and non‑sterile equipment, adjust and check it to ensure it is working properly. Get patients ready for surgery by washing, shaving, and disinfecting incision sites. Transport patients to the operating room, help position them on the operating table, and cover them with sterile surgical “drapes.” Observe patients’ vital signs, check charts, and assist the surgical team with putting on sterile gowns and gloves. Pass instruments and other sterile supplies to surgeons and surgeon assistants. Hold retractors, cut sutures, and help count sponges, needles, supplies, and instruments; help prepare, care for, and dispose of specimens taken for laboratory analysis and help apply dressings. Operate sterilizers, lights, or suction machines, and help operate diagnostic equipment. After an operation, help transfer patients to the recovery room and clean and restock the operating room. Perform other duties as assigned. Physical/Mental Demands Ability to be on your feet for long periods and lift or turn disabled patients. Requires sitting and standing associated with a normal office environment. Ability to concentrate for periods of up to four hours. Ability to communicate verbally both in person and on the telephone. Ability to use computer keyboard and to view a computer monitor. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients. Must demonstrate knowledge of principle of growth and development of the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of patient’s requirements relative to age‑specific needs and provide care as described in the center’s policies and procedures. Demonstrates knowledge and skills in the nursing process. Demonstrates ability to utilize recognized channels of communication. Demonstrates ability to maintain good interpersonal relationships with patients, co‑workers, and other health team members. Benefits Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance. Health Savings Account with an employer contribution. Life Insurance. PTO. 401(k) retirement plan with company match. Equal Employment Opportunity & Workforce Diversity Our organization is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, parental status, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic testing results or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr