Certified Surgical Technologist - CST- Main Operating Room (OR)
About The Position
Eskenazi Health serves as the public hospital division of the Health & Hospital Corporation of Marion County. Physicians provide a comprehensive range of primary and specialty care services at the 327-bed hospital and outpatient facilities both on and off of the Eskenazi Health downtown campus as well as at 10 Eskenazi Health Center sites located throughout Indianapolis. Eskenazi Health is a Level 1 trauma center which means that we have a high acuity and multiple service lines. Therefore, you can anticipate learning about several different specialties within the perioperative world including: orthopedics, plastics, thoracics, neurosurgery, ortho/spine, gender affirmation surgeries, laparoscopic surgery, general surgery, trauma, and more! The Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) is an individual with specialized education who functions as a member of the operating room team to help ensure safe, efficient, and successful surgical procedures/outcomes. The CST handles instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary for surgical procedures; has an understanding of the procedures being performed and anticipates the needs of the surgeon; has the necessary knowledge and ability to ensure quality patient care during the operative phase; and is constantly on vigil for maintenance of the sterile field. Competitive pay and benefits.
Requirements
- Current CST certification through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or has completed a military surgical technology program. Those with military training (i.e. “Operating Room Specialist” certification) must obtain their CST certification through the NBSTSA within three months of their start date.
- New graduates must obtain CST certification within 45 days of their start date.
- CSTs must complete 60 hours of approved continuing education in a 4-year timeframe with 15 CEUs turned into education every year
- Current BLS certification
Nice To Haves
- Member of professional organization (AST) preferred
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
