Certified Surgical Technician

Regent Surgical • Beaverton, OR

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About The Position

The Certified Surgical Technician (CST) is a member of the healthcare team who provides technical support to the surgeon, registered nurse, and anesthesiologist in the operating room. The CST performs appropriate perioperative responsibilities, including scrubbing, assisting the RN circulator, setting up and breaking down surgical procedures, handling supplies and equipment, and performing environmental services.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology.
• CST certification verified through NBSTSA, or 10 or more years of experience in lieu of certification.
• BLS certification, as required by individual ASC policy.

Nice To Haves

• One year of current Surgical Tech experience in an operating room setting.

Responsibilities

• Clean the operating room between cases.
• Ensure proper supplies, equipment, and instruments are ready for use.
• Restock operating rooms as necessary to meet par levels.
• Assist other operating rooms with coverage.
• Apply knowledge of surgeon preferences, procedures, instrumentation, and equipment.
• Prepare cases for the next day.
• Operate sterilizers, lights, suction machines, and other designated equipment as needed.
• Ensure the patient, procedure, operative site, positioning, and equipment correspond.
• Follow the center's exposure control plans for bloodborne and airborne pathogens.
• Report observed or suspected breaks in sterile technique and act according to policy.
• Perform hand scrubs according to policy and procedure.
• Arrange instruments and supplies for surgical procedures.
• Ensure proper counting of sponges, instruments, and sharps.
• Assist with gowning other personnel and draping the patient.
• Anticipate the surgeon's needs.
• Pass instruments to the surgeon and/or assistant as appropriate.
• Communicate needs to circulators to support efficient and uninterrupted procedure progress.
• Prepare and preserve specimens.
• Verify medication name, strength, and dosage with the circulator; confirm, label, and place medication on the surgical field.
• Clean and disinfect tables, counter surfaces, stands, and floors.
• Help transport patients and restock the operating room as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED