Certified Surgical Technologist I - OR (1.0 D)
About The Position
The Surgical Technologist I performs various tasks supporting perioperative services, including preparation of operating room, transport of patients, supplies, equipment, and specimens. This position assists surgeons, anesthesiologists, registered nurses, and other members of an operating room team by preparing patients for their procedures, sterilizing equipment, and maintaining environmental cleanliness before, during, and after surgical procedures. This position, also, provides technical assistance to surgeons by anticipating and passing instruments, assuring the functioning of instruments, and keeping instruments free of debris during surgical procedures. The Surgical Technologist measures and passes medications, hemostatic agents, and other solutions. WHO WE ARE With 12 ministries and access points across Indiana and Illinois, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers that provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT Professional Development Opportunities Faith-based, Mission-focused Organization On-Call obligations
Requirements
- High School Diploma/GED - Required
- Basic Life Support Program (BLS) - American Heart Association - Required
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - Required thriugh NBSTSA
Nice To Haves
- 1 Year Surgery - Preferred
Responsibilities
- Arrange instrument trays
- Prepare sterile drapes and solutions
- Assist with prep of patients as needed.
- Pass instruments to surgeons and surgical assistants.
- May assist with sponge, needle, and other supply counts to track materials used in surgery.
- May operate suction, diagnostic, and sterilizing equipment, and package specimens to take for laboratory analysis.
- Clinic responsibilities may include rooming patients, taking vitals, orders, and routing phone calls
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
