Certified Surgical Technologist, Trauma OR, Nights 7p -7a

REGIONAL ONE HEALTH•Memphis, TN

47d•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Surgical Technologist assists in preparing the operating room, providing intraoperative patient care, and performing assigned support duties during operative procedures in accordance with established standards and practices. The technologist maintains the sterile field and supports the surgical team under the direct supervision of an RN, scrubbing in as a second or third assistant when directed. The role includes checking supplies, instruments, and equipment; preparing, positioning, and draping patients; maintaining aseptic technique; anticipating procedural needs; counting sponges and sharps with the RN; preparing specimens and dressings; and assisting with casts and resuscitation procedures. The technologist also helps clean and restock the OR, maintains department records, communicates surgeon preferences, supports staff and student orientation, and follows department policies for quality, compliance, infection control, risk management, and patient safety. The role includes caring for equipment, using supplies cost-effectively, reporting equipment malfunctions, and completing required ongoing training.

Requirements

High school education or equivalent.
At least one year of experience.
Experience in patient care obtained through completion of an ORT or surgical technology program, or related experience.
Current CPR/Basic Life Support certification.
Meet Tennessee requirements to practice as a surgical technologist: maintain active certification if certified, or complete 15 continuing education hours annually if not exempt.
Meet applicable Tennessee surgical technologist qualification requirements through certification, completion of an accredited or otherwise qualifying surgical technology training program, successful completion of the NBSTSA certifying exam, or applicable grandfathering provisions.

Responsibilities

Prepare the operating room and check that required supplies, instruments, and equipment are available and functioning properly.
Maintain the sterile field and ensure linen, supplies, and instruments are available for scheduled procedures.
Assist with patient preparation, positioning, draping, and preparation of the operative site.
Scrub and assist circulators under direct RN supervision, including preparing and draping the operative site as needed.
Assist the surgical team during procedures and anticipate patient and supply needs to avoid delaying surgery.
Scrub in as a second or third assistant when directed.
Maintain and monitor aseptic technique throughout operative procedures.
Count sponges and sharps with the RN before surgery and before the incision is closed.
Prepare sterile dressings and assist with applying dressings and casts.
Assist in preparing operative specimens for analysis and participate in resuscitation procedures.
Provide care that meets age-specific patient needs and maintain clinical competency.
Coordinate activities with staff and communicate surgeon preferences to the RN circulator or other appropriate individuals; document or update preference cards.
Follow organizational and departmental policies, procedures, and objectives, including compliance, quality improvement, risk management, infection control, and patient safety practices.
Maintain department records, reports, and files for administrative and compliance purposes.
Complete required continuous training and education, including department-specific requirements.
Assist with care and maintenance of department equipment, use supplies cost-effectively, and report equipment malfunctions to a supervisor.
Assist with orienting new staff members and students involved in patient care, treatment, and services.
Perform other duties as assigned or required.