Certified Surgical Technician PRN - On Call Required

Work Shift PRN (United States of America) Job Summary In this highly technical, fast‑paced, and rewarding position, you’ll collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to provide the very best care for patients. The Surgical Technician II Certified understands the procedure being performed and assures that all equipment, instrumentation, and supplies are available for the case. Anticipates the needs of the surgeon. Handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure. Participates in setting up and turning over the operating room for cases. Job Requirements High School Diploma and/or GED equivalent Graduate of certified Surgical Technologist program, military trained, or AD in Surgical Technology preferred Basic Life Support certified Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) required Must have advanced competencies in a minimum of 3 specialties (specialties to be determined by each hospital) Job Responsibilities Anticipate needs of the surgical team and obtain instrumentation and supplies and available for procedure. Pass instruments to surgeon and assistant during procedure. Assist with terminal cleaning of room and preparation for the following case. Begin cleaning up back table and preparing instruments for terminal cleaning and sterilization as circulator prepares patient to leave the room. Place instruments back in the tray for transport to SPD. Responsible for knowing and adhering to all policy and procedures such as count policy, universal protocol, and labeling of medications, etc. Work with students and inexperienced staff on correct method for passing and retrieving instruments during surgical procedures. #J-18808-Ljbffr Methodist Health System