FT Days L&D Certified Surg Tech Abington

Thomas Jefferson University•Montgomery County, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Surgical Technician (CST) (TS-C) is a member of the intraoperative healthcare team and provides patient- and family-centered support throughout the preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative phases of surgical care. The technician helps address the physical, psychological, emotional, and social needs of a diverse patient population while maintaining respectful, professional interactions with patients and staff. The role is responsible for creating and maintaining the sterile field and anticipating surgeons’ needs through knowledge of operative procedures, equipment, anatomy, and surgeon preferences. The technician also supports the decontamination and sterile supply area and serves as a preceptor to other surgical team members as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Graduate of a surgical technician training program.
Knowledge of how to convey respect and collaborate with each patient, family, and/or designated care partner.
Knowledge of people with diverse backgrounds and ability to convey respect and connect effectively.
Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools, and techniques, including the ability to transmit, receive, and accurately interpret information and needs using appropriate communication behaviors.
Ability to use partnership-oriented language with patients and families and engage them in their health and health care.
Attention to detail and ability to process information accurately.
Knowledge of and ability to use industry standards, policies, and procedures relevant to the function and organization.
Knowledge of the physical environment and activities involved in developing and maintaining facilities.
Knowledge of risks faced by patients in a healthcare environment and ability to take steps to reduce those risks.
Knowledge of common healthcare equipment and devices and ability to use them in patient care.
Knowledge of surgical assistance techniques and ability to complete procedures in compliance with applicable health and safety standards.
Knowledge of and ability to apply appropriate policies, procedures, and management methods to maximize operating-room efficiency and productivity.
BLS (Basic Life Support) certification from the American Heart Association.
CST (Certified Surgical Technologist) credential from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting, or TS-C (Certified Tech in Surgery) credential from the National Center for Competency Testing.
Ability to lift and carry 40–50 lbs.
Frequent to continuous standing and walking; patient transporters may walk 8–10 miles per shift.
May be required to kneel, bend, squat, and perform CPR, depending on role.

Responsibilities

Recognize patients and their family or designated care partners, and provide safe, compassionate, coordinated care that respects their preferences, priorities, needs, and cultural beliefs and values.
Communicate with and support the interprofessional team, patient, family, and designated care partners.
Inspect the operating room for cleanliness and secure, set up, and prepare equipment, instruments, and supplies required for surgical procedures.
Participate in team time-outs and advocate for patient safety and high-quality perioperative care.
Assist the surgical team, including the surgeon, with gowning and gloving.
Prepare the sterile field, assist with patient draping, and maintain sterile-field integrity.
Give relief personnel a thorough report on the procedure, instruments, materials, and other pertinent information to support a smooth transition.
Count sharps, sponges, and instruments with the circulating nurse before, during, and after procedures; follow counting policies and initiate corrective action when counts are incorrect.
Clean and prepare instruments for terminal sterilization.
Help maintain supplies and equipment for efficient unit operations.
Maintain a safe, neat, and clean operating-room environment.
Act as a primary preceptor to other surgical team members as needed.

Benefits

Medical insurance, including prescription coverage.
Supplemental insurance.
Dental insurance.
Vision insurance.
Life and AD&D insurance.
Short- and long-term disability coverage.
Flexible spending accounts.
Retirement plans.
Tuition assistance.
Voluntary benefits, including access to group insurance rates and discounts.
Tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full-time service or two years of part-time service.
Medical insurance, including prescription coverage, is available to all colleagues, including those working less than part-time.