Certified Surgical Technologist
Catholic Health•West Islip, NY
•Onsite
About The Position
The Surgical Technologist assists with the nursing care of patients in the operating room by performing routine and delegated duties according to the standard of practice and policies of the hospital and department. The surgical technologist functions as a scrub assistant. Surgical Technicians function under the supervision of a registered nurse at all times. A registered nurse must be available immediately in case of an emergency.
Requirements
- Experience scrubbing into a variety of specialties preferred
- Knowledge of regulatory agencies and practice (eg. Nurse Practice Act, Infection Control, OSHA, DOH)
- Successful completion from an accredited school or college course for Surgical Technologist required
- Certification from the Surgical Technology Exam or eligibility to sit for the exam
- BLS/AED training
Responsibilities
- Knowledge of the procedures performed and anticipates the surgeon's needs, including providing instruments, sutures and supplies
- Contribute to the patient's safety by collaborating with the interdisciplinary team
- Opens delivery table for labor patients
- Responsible for pharmacy pick ups and transporting lab specimen
Benefits
- generous benefits packages
- generous tuition assistance
- a defined benefit pension plan
- a culture that supports professional and educational growth
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
