Certified Surgical Technologist Team Lead- OR

Sentara Health•Suffolk, VA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Surgical Technologist is a critical member of the surgical team who assists during operative procedures by preparing the operating room, sterilizing instruments, and providing direct assistance to surgeons and nurses. This role requires a strong understanding of surgical procedures, sterile techniques, and patient safety protocols. The Senior Surgical Technologist is the primary contact point for surgeons in the specialty improving the surgeon’s experience. Collaborate with vendors and materials management to identify cost reduction opportunities. Collaborate with CSS on instrument set needs, initiate changes to reduce costs. Coordinate service line instruments and equipment purchase needs. Subject matter experts. Functions as a team leader, preceptor and educator. Assists department leadership in the interviewing process, preparing and reviewing reports, performing QA audits, mentoring and oversight of staff development, managing department supply levels, and participating in meetings and workgroups.

Requirements

BLS must be obtained within 90 days of hire (Required)
Licensed Surgical Tech valid in Virginia if practicing in Virginia (Required)
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - Certifications - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or Tech in Surgery TS-C - Certification - National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) (Required)
3 years of surgical tech experience required.

Responsibilities

Assists during operative procedures
Prepares the operating room
Sterilizes instruments
Provides direct assistance to surgeons and nurses
Primary contact point for surgeons in the specialty improving the surgeon’s experience
Collaborate with vendors and materials management to identify cost reduction opportunities
Collaborate with CSS on instrument set needs, initiate changes to reduce costs
Coordinate service line instruments and equipment purchase needs
Functions as a team leader, preceptor and educator
Assists department leadership in the interviewing process, preparing and reviewing reports, performing QA audits, mentoring and oversight of staff development, managing department supply levels, and participating in meetings and workgroups.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision plans
Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
Emergency Backup Care
Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
Life Insurance
401k/403B with Employer Match
Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
Pet Insurance
Legal Resources Plan
Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met