Certified Surgical Technician (CST) - Ambulatory Surgery Center - RSFH Eye Center

Roper St. Francis Healthcare • Charleston, SC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Facilitates the operative or other invasive procedure by preparing and providing the required sterile instruments, supplies and equipment. Maintains the sterile field and anticipates and responds to the needs of the surgical team. BSMH Surgical technologists are expected to practice and deliver care in accordance with the core concepts and intention of the BSMH policy. Accessible for "on call" as scheduled and is available within the time frames as indicated by the department. Demonstrates flexibility regarding unit/area staffing and scheduling needs. Maintains personal grooming and attire consistent with BSMH policy.

Requirements

• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST), National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or Tech in Surgery – Certified (TS-C) (TS-C is not accepted for Surgical Tech jobs in Cincinnati), National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) (required)
• If employed in South Carolina NBSTSA certification is required.
• If certified prior to 2008 NBSTSA or NCCT certification is accepted.
• BLS Basic Life Support, American Heart Association (required at hire for Roper St Francis Healthcare locations; preferred at hire, required prior to independent patient care at BSMH)
• Associate degree, Vocational Certification, or Military Certificate in Surgical Technology (required)

Nice To Haves

• One year of perioperative, operating room, or related military surgical technology experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Functions as the scrub person and assists as trained during operative and other invasive procedures by assembling supplies and equipment required for the procedure.
• Prepares and organizes sterile supplies and instruments for the procedure and performs surgical counts with the circulating RN according to policy.
• Maintains an organized sterile field and ensures the sterility of the field by taking corrective action as needed. Assists with the placement of sterile drapes. Provides instruments and supplies to the surgical team during the procedure and maintains aseptic technique.
• Retrieves and collects specimens and labels specimens appropriately and correctly.
• Reports any implanted devices, catheters, drains, and packing to the circulator.
• Provides complete case preparation and knows, with the ability to adapt, of special instruments, supplies, and equipment needs for patient populations.
• Demonstrates knowledge of patient’s rights and responsibilities according to the patient's age and understanding.
• Demonstrates understanding of patient's Advance Directives.
• Assists in CPR as needed.
• Assists with pre and post-procedure cleaning of the operative or invasive procedure room and necessary instruments.
• Participates in ongoing educational and competency verification opportunities.
• Participates in financial accountability by utilizing resources in a cost-conscious manner and offers performance improvement initiatives.
• Participates in all patient safety care measures.
• Participates in the orientation of new staff and students as assigned.
• Prepares and performs surgical skin prep and clipping as indicated by procedure. Inserts urinary catheter as required.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 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, and short- and long-term disability
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree