Certified Surgical Tech FT

United Surgical Partners International • Maywood, NJ

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About The Position

Vanguard Surgical Center has an immediate need for a full time Certified Surgical Tech! At Vanguard Surgical Center, we focus on offering a high quality, service oriented environment for your surgical procedure. Our facility is accredited by Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care.

Requirements

• High School Diploma / GED.
• Completion of a Scrub Technician Certification Program.
• CST certification required.
• 1-2 years of operating room experience as a Scrub Tech in multiple specialties.
• BLS Certification.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for ensuring proper care and use of surgical instruments.
• Anticipates the needs of the surgical team.
• Establishes and maintains sterile field during surgical procedures in the operating room.
• Performs specified functions to meet the requirements of each approved procedure.
• Assembles supplies and equipment for scheduled procedures according to physicians' preference cards.
• Inspects equipment for proper working condition.
• Follows principles of aseptic technique and prescribed operating/procedure room procedures.
• Adheres to aseptic technique when opening sterile packages and preparing for the procedure.
• Arranges instruments according to given procedure.
• Confirms that instruments work properly.
• Maintains availability of instruments and supplies to avoid delays.
• Reports observed or suspected breaks in sterile technique and takes action according to policy.
• Correctly uses, cares for, cleans, and sterilizes instruments, supplies, and equipment as directed.
• Handles equipment and instruments correctly to provide appropriate availability and safety.
• Assists in maintaining adequate supplies in the operating room for immediate access during procedure.
• Assists in storing and stocking supplies as directed.
• Maintains and updates instrument cards and surgeons' preference cards.
• Responds in a timely manner to meet the needs of the patient and physician.
• Documents patient-care records and other forms according to facility policies and procedures.
• Accurately advises others responsible for care of the patient about the patient's status.
• Assists with room turnover/room cleaning throughout the day for optimal patient flow.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED