Certified Surgical Technologist

Physician Partners of America•Hurst, TX

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) is responsible for the instruments, supplies, and equipment required for surgical procedure. Prior to procedures, the CST prepares the necessary supplies according to the needs of the surgeon for the case. The CST also monitors the PAR levels of all instruments during the operation and focuses on preserving the sterile field.

Requirements

High School graduate or equivalent
Graduate of approved Surgical Technologist School with certification
Current Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification
Relevant knowledge of surgical procedures, techniques, and patient care
Knowledge of HIPAA and compliance policies
Strong analytical skills and technical skills relating to OR prep; ability to respond to needs as they arise in the OR
Ability to read and communicate effectively in English.
Ability to communicate in a professional manner-- able to counsel/teach customers, train co-workers, and positively contribute to marketing/public relations.
Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from patients, regulatory agencies, or members of the medical and business community.
Proficient computer skills- ability to accurately update and manage and electronic healthcare record

Nice To Haves

Additional languages preferred.

Responsibilities

Collects supplies needed for surgical procedure and checks to ensure quality
Performs the surgical scrub; dons gown and gloves
Prepares instruments for procedure using sterile techniques
Performs initial instrument, sharps and sponge counts with the team
Assists team with gowning and gloving
Assists with the draping of the patient and establishing the sterile field
Secures tubing, cords, and other sterile accessories
Anticipates and prepares any additional supplies that may be required during the procedure
Foresees the needs of the surgeon and passes instruments/supplies during procedure as needed
Measures and passes medications, hemostatic agents and irrigation solutions used during procedure
Holds retractors or instruments as directed
Coordinates the camera or changes out robotic arms/instruments during endoscopic surgery as directed
Maintains highest standard of sterile technique during the procedure
Performs additional counts when required
Prepares sterile dressings and/or immobilization devices
Prepares and passes of specimen(s) as appropriate
Cleans and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization
Assists team with terminal cleaning of room
Assists in prepping the OR for next patient
Participate in debriefing and quality improvement plans to ensure quality patient care