Certified Surgical Technologist | UMH-Sparrow Carson

Sparrow•Carson City, MI

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Surgical Technologist directly assists the surgeon and other members of the health care team in performing safe operations with optimal patient outcomes. The role performs observable cognitive, psychomotor, and affective technical behaviors as delegated by the surgeon, including assisting with exposure, homeostasis, positioning, volume replacement, dressing placement, and other technical functions. The position supports surgical department operations through room preparation, turnover, cleanup, equipment and supply maintenance, case-cart coordination, and assistance in Sterile Processing as needed. The technologist follows applicable care standards, policies, safety procedures, and exposure-control requirements, and contributes to teamwork, staff orientation, and professional development.

Requirements

CST certification through the National Board of Surgical Technology & Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA), or Tech in Surgery Certification (TS-C) through the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), at time of hire.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association within 90 days of hire.
High school diploma or GED.
Successful completion of an accredited Surgical Technology Program or Military Surgical Technology Training Program.
Adaptability to changing situations.
Oral and written communication skills.
Effective problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Assist the surgeon and other health care team members in performing safe operations and achieving optimal patient outcomes.
Perform technical behaviors as delegated by the surgeon, including assisting with exposure, homeostasis, positioning, volume replacement, dressing placement, and other technical functions.
Perform closure of surgical incisions as directed by the surgeon.
Identify the surgical procedure, order the case cart from Sterile Processing, and ensure necessary equipment, instrumentation, and supplies are available.
Assist with room preparation, turnover, and cleanup.
Maintain equipment and supplies as directed and operate medical equipment as necessary.
Maintain standards of care and implement UMH-Sparrow Carson policies and procedures.
Assist with emergency measures in response to sudden adverse patient reactions.
Promote a team approach to patient care and effective functioning of the surgical department.
Participate in orienting new personnel and serve as a role model for current and new surgical staff.
Assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment.
Observe universal precautions and comply with OSHA, MIOSHA, and hospital exposure-control requirements for blood-borne and airborne pathogens and biohazard waste.
Use supplies economically and ensure their proper replacement in accordance with management guidelines or directives.
Provide assistance in Sterile Processing as needed.
Interact professionally with patients, visitors, medical staff, and office staff.
Answer the phone line and refer patient calls to appropriate personnel.
Pursue professional growth and development.
Perform responsibilities defined in the scope of service to address the unique nature of each client.