Certified Surgical Technologist - No weekends or on-call

Connecticut Orthopaedic Specialists Pc•Branford, CT

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Connecticut Orthopaedics is seeking a full-time Certified Surgical Technologist to join their exceptional care team in their Surgical Center. This role is integral to the largest private orthopaedic practice in New England, offering competitive salary, excellent work-life balance, and career growth opportunities. The Surgical Technologist assists the surgeon by providing and controlling sterile instrumentation, supplies, and equipment during surgical procedures. They are also responsible for the care and maintenance of instrumentation, supplies, equipment, and the Operating Room.

Requirements

Certified as a Surgical Technologist
Minimum one (1) year Surgical Tech experience required

Nice To Haves

Current certification in Basic Life Support preferred

Responsibilities

Communicate effectively to patients, co-workers, and physicians.
Assists co-workers, anesthesia, physicians, and patients as necessary.
Assists in the orientation and supervision of new employees.
Assists RN to set up equipment and open sterile supplies to prepare for each operative procedure.
Assists surgeons during procedure according to prescribed standards. Assists and anticipates the needs of the surgeon.
Sets up table, instrumentation, and supplies according to the type of surgical procedure.
Maintains correct count of sponges and sharps according to standards and Center policy.
Maintains aseptic technique at all times according to standards and Center policy.
Assists in application of dressings, casts, and in moving patients according to standards and Center policy.
Decontaminates all equipment, instrumentation, and supplies according to standards and Center policy.
Compiles and makes available all necessary supplies and equipment needed for procedures.
Helps clean and maintain room, equipment, and furniture according to standards and Center policy.
Utilizes supplies, equipment, and resources to contain cost without compromising delivery of care.
Reduces chances of nosocomial infection by directing attention to infection control and environmental safety practices.
Gains knowledge of all equipment and supplies and is familiar with their location, especially emergency drugs, supplies, and equipment.
Assists in inventory, storage, and retrieval of supplies and equipment.
Helps clean and maintain rooms, equipment, and furniture according to standards and Center policy.
Assists with emergency procedures as directed.
Maintains confidentiality of all patient and Center’s communications and documents.
Communicates a positive and caring attitude toward patients, peers, staff, physicians, and all other contacts.
Other duties as assigned by the Director, Surgical Services