Certified Surgical Tech– Springfield Regional Medical Center

Mercy Health•Springfield, OH

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Surgical Tech assists the surgical team by acting as the primary scrub technician who handles the instruments, supplies and equipment during surgical procedures. The Surgical Tech is also tasked with preparing and sterilizing the operating rooms, as well as the necessary equipment and instruments, prior to any surgical procedure. Working collaboratively and promoting teamwork is key to success in this Certified Surgical Tech position.

Requirements

High School Degree or GED required
Graduate of an accredited surgical technologist program
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association

Nice To Haves

Associates Degree or Vocational Certification, Surgical Tech preferred
Minimum of one year perioperative experience, can include military training for surgical technologists and/or operating room technicians

Responsibilities

Prepares and organizes the operating room equipment, instruments, and supplies as required for various surgical procedures
Assists in the maintenance of the sterile field by applying principles of aseptic techniques and informing the surgeon/surgical team of infractions
Provides instruments and supplies to the surgical team during procedures
Cleans, wraps and prepares the instruments for sterilization
Retrieves, collects and properly labels specimens
Checks and monitors medications and assists with the placement of sterile drapes
Other duties as assigned