Surgical Tech - Certified Surg Tech

Certified Surgical Technologist

Under general direction, observes and practices sterile technique. Maintains asepsis and anticipates and assists the surgeon as needed. Actively participates in patient care and safety. Utilizes operating room supplies conservatively and operates as a team member of the surgical staff. Follows infection control policies and procedures. Demonstrates expertise in surgical scrub technique. Adheres to principles of sterile technique preoperatively and intra-operatively. Assists the surgeon with gowning, gloving, draping, and passing instruments and other related items during the procedure. Anticipates the surgeon's needs for instruments, sutures, and equipment. Maintains an organized operative field at all times by keeping the instruments clean and in their proper place. Keeps an accurate count of sponges, tapes, needles, dissectors, and instruments. Prepares for cases by assembling supplies and equipment according to preference cards. Identifies conflicts or problems and cares for instruments and supplies appropriately after each case. Provides a safe surgical environment for the patient. Identifies potential hazards to the surgeon and assisting staff during preoperative checks of equipment. Displays knowledge of potential hazards within the operating room. Utilizes experienced staff as a resource and acts as a resource for new personnel. Assists in suturing, retracting, and suctioning under the direction of the surgeon. Handles and identifies specimens per policy. Expedites the effective and efficient turnover of the operating room between cases. Takes rotating call duty. Performs additional responsibilities as requested. Schedules general operating room shifts with no weekend requirements. Work hours may include shifts ending at 11:30 PM. Call shifts may be scheduled after a shift worked on scheduled days.

Job Title: Surgical Technologist

Profession: Technician

Specialty: Operating Room

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Evening

Rotational Hours per Shift: 8, 10, or 12 hours

Experience: Previous Operating Room experience preferred

License: None specified

Certifications:

- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

- BLS Certification

Must-Have:

- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

- BLS Certification

Benefits:

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Free and unlimited continuing education units (CEUs)

Disability insurance

24/7 dedicated Care Line and clinical liaison support

Personalized career consultant and "single point of contact" service

Industry-leading pay rates, loyalty rewards & referral bonuses

Free tax return assistance for travelers