Certified Surgical Technician

Dayton Children's Hospital

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About The Position

A surgical technologist is responsible for assisting the surgeon in the pediatric intraoperative phase utilizing AORN and OSA standards of practice. Collaborates with other healthcare team members to meet the patients/families needs in a cost-effective manner. Provides customer service for the patients/families, nurses, physicians, and other healthcare team members. Functions as a team player and practices open communication with a positive flexible attitude. Assists in meeting departmental goals by participating in quality improvement activities. Functions as a role model, change agent, education, coaching, and patient advocate. The role of the surgical technologist includes maintaining sterile technique, preparing for each procedure with age appropriate instrumentation and supplies, utilizing physicians preference cards, and passing instrumentation. Any budgeted position may be required to take call in accordance with the departmental policy. Position will require working both main and south campuses.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited surgical technical school.
• Associate’s degree in Surgical Technology.
• Certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting.
• CPR certification preferred at hire, must be obtained within 2 weeks of start date.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgeon in the pediatric intraoperative phase.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members to meet patient/family needs.
• Provide customer service for patients, families, nurses, and physicians.
• Maintain sterile technique during procedures.
• Prepare for each procedure with age-appropriate instrumentation and supplies.
• Utilize physicians preference cards.
• Pass instrumentation during surgeries.
• Participate in quality improvement activities.
• Function as a role model and patient advocate.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees