Certified Surgical Technologist - CVOR

Halifax Health • Daytona Beach, FL

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About The Position

The Certified Surgical Technologist works under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse and is responsible for observing aseptic technique while preparing for and assisting with surgical procedures. The role requires a thorough understanding of equipment, supplies, and procedures, as well as the ability to anticipate physician needs with assistance from the Circulating Nurse. The technologist helps meet the needs of newborn, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Graduation from an accredited surgical technologist program.
• Certification by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting.
• Good manual dexterity.
• Knowledge and skills to care for newborn, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.

Nice To Haves

• One year of previous experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide and maintain a safe physical environment.
• Assess the cleanliness of the room and equipment before preparing a case.
• Check that necessary equipment is operational before use.
• Verify appropriate sterilization of supplies, equipment, and implants.
• Follow electrical and fire safety policies and apply electrosurgical safety principles.
• Monitor aseptic technique continuously and take corrective action as necessary.
• Handle instruments carefully, replace instruments needing repair, and take special care with delicate instruments.
• Apply policies and procedures for handling contaminated cases.
• Keep the assigned room ready, including stocking the room and making the bed.
• Perform scrub nurse duties under the direction of and with assistance from a Registered Nurse.
• Organize daily cases, establish priorities, and prepare for procedures.
• Demonstrate awareness of legal responsibilities.
• Count instruments, sponges, sharps, and needles with the circulating nurse as appropriate and according to hospital policy.
• Assist in preparing the patient for surgery.
• Assist the physician during procedures.
• Follow policies and procedures for handling specimens and cultures.
• Assist with activities at the completion of procedures.
• Handle unusual incidents appropriately.
• Function effectively in trauma and emergency situations.
• Demonstrate cost-containment practices and good communication skills.
• Report to work as scheduled and conform to working hours.
• Maintain knowledge and skills to care for newborn, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Take responsibility for continued personal and professional growth.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED