Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - St. Francis Eastside

About the position

At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence. As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours 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. Bon Secours 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.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons and nurses with preparation for aseptic technique and surgical procedures in the operating room.
• Prepare the operating room for surgery by assembling routine supplies, materials, instruments, and equipment.
• Provide supplies to the surgical team during the procedure and maintain aseptic technique.
• Report any implanted devices, catheters, drains, and packing to the circulator.
• Prepare and perform surgical skin prep as indicated by procedure.
• Assist with pre and post procedure cleaning of the operative or invasive procedure room.
• Demonstrate understanding of patients' Advance Directives.
• Demonstrate knowledge of equipment, instrumentation, lasers, Management Information Systems (MIS), laparoscopy, and robotics.

Requirements

• Associates Degree, Vocational Certification, or Military Certificate in Surgical Technology (required)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST), National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTA) or Tech in Surgery - Certified (TS-C), National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) (required)
• Registered Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) with the Virginia Board of Medicine (required if currently reside in Virginia)
• One year of experience as a Surgical Technologist (required)

Benefits

• Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
• Prescription drug coverage
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance w/AD&D
• Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
• Paid time off
• Educational Assistance
• And much more