Certified Surgical Technician in Operating Room

St. Charles Health System • Bend, OR

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About The Position

The Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) is a member of the Surgical Services Perioperative Team and performs delegated duties within their scope of practice and the overall plan of care. The CST may work as a Scrub Technologist and/or Second Assisting Technologist in accordance with Oregon law. The role maintains a safe, sterile environment by following AORN Standards, St. Charles Health System policies and procedures, and recommendations of AST and its governing organizations. This position does not directly manage other caregivers.

The role supports patient care throughout the perioperative experience, preparing operating rooms, equipment, supplies, and sterile fields; assisting the surgical team during procedures; and helping ensure safe and efficient care. The CST also supports patients’ and families’ learning, provides timely and professional service, contributes to a healing environment, and participates in continuous improvement. Standby call may be assigned and varies by department.

This is a regular, full-time, first-shift position with 40 scheduled weekly hours and variable scheduled days. The position is in the OFNHP bargaining unit. The listed pay range is $42.87–$63.89, with step placement based on years of experience. Eligible candidates may receive in-state or out-of-state relocation assistance if they have at least one year of relevant experience and have not worked at St. Charles Health System in the last year. Shift differentials listed are $2.50 per hour for evening, $4 per hour for weekends, and starting at $10 per hour for nights.

Requirements

• Graduate of a CAAHEP-accredited program, an ABHES-accredited program, a military surgical technologist program, or a combination of education and experience.
• Current NBSTSA Surgical Technologist Certification or current NCCT Surgical Technologist Certification.
• AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills, particularly when handling stressful interactions.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
• Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Basic experience using computer applications to record time, obtain work directions, and complete assigned CBLs.
• Experience in all aspects of aseptic technique.
• Knowledge of instrumentation, equipment, and supply needs for different types of surgical procedures.
• Ability to wear the personal protective equipment required to perform the job safely.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience in a high-volume, multiple-specialty operating room.

Responsibilities

• Function as a member of the Surgical Services Perioperative Team to deliver safe, efficient, and cost-effective patient care.
• Ensure each patient's perioperative regime is implemented as prescribed by the physician.
• Prepare the operating room; obtain and arrange equipment and supplies for scheduled or emergency cases.
• Assist in procuring and checking surgical equipment, and make needed adjustments.
• Use the safety zone and follow system policies and procedures to minimize exposure risks.
• Follow established procedures for counts of sponges, sharps, and instruments.
• Participate in the surgical procedure Pre-Brief, Time-out, and Debrief.
• Assist with positioning the patient on the operating table when needed.
• Gown and glove surgeons and assistants, and help prepare and drape the sterile field.
• Pass instruments and other supplies to the surgeon during procedures.
• Prepare sterile dressings and maintain sterile technique throughout procedures.
• Anticipate the surgical team's needs and promote efficient operative flow while minimizing distractions and maintaining focus on patient care.
• Follow established procedures for handling specimens and tissue.
• Participate in operating room cleaning and break down cases after procedures; gather contaminated instruments for decontamination and sterile processing while protecting equipment and caregiver safety.
• When functioning as a Second Assist Technologist, hold retractors or instruments as directed by the surgeon and sponge or suction the operative site.
• Provide timely, efficient, accurate customer service and patient care.
• Help team members facilitate patients’ and families’ learning about the surgical experience and contribute to a healing environment.
• Perform standby call as assigned; frequency varies by department.
• Support the organization's vision, mission, values, and Lean continuous-improvement principles.
• Maintain a safe environment for caregivers, patients, and guests; conduct work professionally and confidentially and comply with applicable laws, policies, and procedures.
• Perform other duties of similar complexity as required or assigned.

Benefits

• Eligible candidates meeting the stated experience and prior-employment conditions may receive in-state or out-of-state relocation assistance.
• Shift differentials are listed as $2.50 per hour for evening, $4 per hour for weekends, and starting at $10 per hour for nights.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed