Certified OR Tech / Surgical Tech (CST)

Surgical Services Team OpportunityJoin the Surgical Services Team at BJC Healthcare - West County Hospital. BJC Healthcare - West County Hospital is dedicated to your growth and development. Be a part of an environment where you can thrive!Schedule: 10-hour shifts with alternating days. (Work Mon/Tues/Thu/Fri)Hours: 6:30am - 5:00pmMain Duties: Surgical case set up, turnovers, preparing instruments and equipment for surgical cases, scrubbing surgical cases.OverviewBarnes-Jewish West County Hospital offers highly specialized surgical and medical services in an intimate environment and is known for outstanding patient care. With 64 private patient rooms, 14 operating rooms and four intensive care unit rooms, the facility was designed to provide a comforting environment that is innovative, efficient and centered on the patient experience. The campus features a park-like setting with landscaping and a walking path that winds through the grounds and connects to Millennium Park.The Perioperative Services staff at Barnes Jewish West County Hospital provide excellent Surgical Care by partnering with an extraordinary team of physicians and health care professionals. They are able to offer the comforts of a small community hospital combined with the resources of the world-renowned BJC HeathCare System and Washington University Medical School. Our highly educated and dedicated staff continually strive to improve the health of the people and communities they serve.Preferred QualificationsRole PurposePerforms surgical duties for operating room procedures under the direct supervision of a registered nurse.ResponsibilitiesPrepares operating room for surgical patient, reviews preference cards to determine surgeon needs, obtains the necessary supplies and equipment for the procedure, ensures cleanliness of room, and assists with opening sterile supplies.Performs surgical scrub duties, and assists with the collection, identification, and disposition of cultures and specimens.Assists in turning over of room, and ensures supplies, instruments, and equipment are returned to proper location.Minimum RequirementsEducationHigh School Diploma or GEDExperience <2 years or military equivalent experienceSupervisor ExperienceNo ExperiencePreferred RequirementsEducationAccred Surgical ProgramLicenses & CertificationsSurgical TechnicianBenefits and Legal StatementBJC Total RewardsAt BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire dateDisability insurance* paid for by BJCAnnual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution401(k) plan with BJC matchTuition Assistance available on first dayBJC Institute for Learning and DevelopmentHealth Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsPaid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal timeAdoption assistanceTo learn more, go to our Benefits Summary.*Not all benefits apply to all jobsThe above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer