Certified Surgical Tech– Springfield Regional Medical Center
About The Position
As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive. 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
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- incentives
- referral bonuses
- 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
- Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage
- HAS/FSA options
- life insurance
- mental health resources and discounts
- Paid time off
- parental and FMLA leave
- short- and long-term disability
- backup care for children and elders
- Tuition assistance
- professional development
- continuing education support
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
