Certified Surgical Tech
About The Position
As our Surgical Tech, you will help prepare the operating room and surgical team so they can successfully perform a variety of surgical procedures for patients. Every day, you will set up surgical equipment and instruments, assist the surgical team, and ensure a sterile environment. You will be expected to adapt quickly, collaborate effectively within the OR team, and contribute directly to the patient's healing process. To be successful in this role, you must possess adaptability, a strong team-player mindset, and enthusiasm for supporting complex surgical procedures. Adheres to established Hospital/departmental policies and procedures, objectives, Quality Assessment and Improvement Program, Infection Assessment and Improvement Program, legal, safety, environmental control standards, and Patient's Bill of Rights. Identifies and prepares appropriate instrumentation, supplies, and equipment based on identified surgical procedures. Demonstrates responsibility in following the doctor's preference card (DCP) and utilizing materials and supplies accordingly, with minimal waste. Mains and monitors aseptic technique. Assists the surgical team during operating procedures as appropriate. Mains and cares for equipment and supplies. Documents maintenance and repairs. Provides comfort and support for operative patients. Demonstrates sensitivity to patients' care and privacy. This position is represented by SEIU-UHW and is covered by the terms and conditions of the collective bargaining agreement.
Requirements
- High School Graduate or GED required.
- Minimum 3 years of operating room experience in an acute care setting required.
- Completion of ST program and at least one (1) year in an area of specialty.
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) required.
- AHA Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) required.
- Fire Safety Card (within 90 Days from start date) required.
Responsibilities
- Help prepare the operating room and surgical team for surgical procedures.
- Set up surgical equipment and instruments.
- Assist the surgical team.
- Ensure a sterile environment.
- Adapt quickly and collaborate effectively within the OR team.
- Contribute directly to the patient's healing process.
- Adhere to established Hospital/departmental policies and procedures, objectives, Quality Assessment and Improvement Program, Infection Assessment and Improvement Program, legal, safety, environmental control standards, and Patient's Bill of Rights.
- Identify and prepare appropriate instrumentation, supplies, and equipment based on identified surgical procedures.
- Follow the doctor's preference card (DCP) and utilize materials and supplies accordingly, with minimal waste.
- Maintain and monitor aseptic technique.
- Assist the surgical team during operating procedures as appropriate.
- Maintain and care for equipment and supplies.
- Document maintenance and repairs.
- Provide comfort and support for operative patients.
- Demonstrate sensitivity to patients' care and privacy.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
