Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - The Jewish Hospital

Mercy Health BSMH•Amberley, OH

About The Position

Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities. As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health 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. Mercy Health 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. The Surgical Technologist II assists surgeons and nurses with preparation for aseptic technique and surgical procedures in the operating room. They will prepare the operating room for surgery by assembling routine supplies, materials, instruments, and equipment.

Requirements

Associates Degree, Vocational Certification, or Military Certificate in Surgical Technology (required)
Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association
Must be certified by one of the following: 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)

Responsibilities

Assemble supplies and equipment required for the operative and invasive procedures.
Provides supplies to the surgical team during the procedure and maintains aseptic technique.
Reports any implanted devices, catheters, drains, and packing to circulator.
Prepares and performs surgical skin prep as indicated by procedure.
Assists with pre and post procedure cleaning of the operative or invasive procedure room.
Demonstrates understanding of patients Advance Directives
Demonstrates knowledge of equipment, instrumentation, lasers, Management Information Systems (MIS), laparoscopy, and robotics.

Benefits

Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

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