Certified Surgical Tech

Prime Healthcare • Mesquite, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST), sometimes referred to as a Surgical Tech or OR Tech. The Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) in our operating room, assists surgeons, nurses, and other surgical team members before, during, and after surgical procedures. Surgical Techs primary goal is to help ensure safe, efficient, and sterile surgical environments. This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PD/PRN as needed.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited educational program for surgical technologists with a Certified Surgical Tech (CST) Certification upon hire required and maintained for employment
• Experience in scrubbing minor and major procedures in the generalized surgical specialties, General, Urology, Eye (cataracts), Gynecology, Minor Vascular and Hand Specialty.
• Experience in scrubbing minor procedures in the specialty surgical areas.
• Current BLS (AHA) upon hire and maintain current.

Responsibilities

• Set up the operating room by sterilizing and arranging instruments supplies and equipment while preparing patients for surgery through proper positioning and sterile draping
• Assist during surgery by passing instruments maintaining a sterile field and anticipating the surgical team’s needs while tracking instruments and sponges
• Support postoperative care by applying dressings transporting patients to recovery and cleaning and restocking the operating room
• Follow strict infection control protocols ensure safe handling of specimens and maintain compliance with hospital and regulatory standards
• Collaborate with surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists and sterile processing staff while communicating effectively in high-pressure situations

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree