CST - Certified Surgical Technologist - OrthoSports
About The Position
The Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - OrthoSports position facilitates the safe and efficient performance of surgical procedures. This role involves preparing the surgical suite with sterile drapes, solutions, instruments, and supplies. The CST will hand instruments and supplies to the surgeon during surgery, assist with patient preparation, transport, positioning, and draping, and maintain instrument organization and counts throughout procedures. This is a full-time position with multiple shifts available, typically Monday-Friday, starting at 6:00 am. Employees can choose between 5/8-hour or 4/10-hour shifts, with limited 3/12-hour shifts available for those with verified Ortho experience, subject to manager discretion. Call is required. UAB St. Vincent's is a trusted healthcare provider with a legacy of compassion and service, committed to addressing the holistic needs of patients and fostering a collaborative spirit among its employees.
Requirements
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Surgical Tech credentialed from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date.
- Surgical Tech credentialed from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date.
- High school diploma equivalency AND completion of a surgical technologist program with a clinical component OR a minimum of 4 years of applicable cumulative job-specific experience required.
Nice To Haves
- Associate's degree or technical degree preferred.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate the safe and efficient performance of surgical procedures.
- Prepare surgical operating suite with sterile drapes and sterile solutions as well as appropriate sterile and non-sterile instruments and supplies.
- Hand required/requested instruments and supplies to surgeon during surgery.
- Assist with preparing, transporting, positioning and draping patients.
- Maintain instruments in an organized manner and monitor/track instruments counts throughout procedures.
Benefits
- generous paid time off
- paid parental leave
- Associate Assistance Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
