Certified Surgical Technologist .6 D ENDO

Franciscan Alliance•Crown Point, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Surgical Technologist I in Endoscopy performs tasks supporting perioperative services. The role assists multiple operating-room disciplines by preparing patients and equipment for procedures and maintaining environmental standards. It provides technical assistance to surgeons by anticipating procedures and equipment needs, and measures and passes medications, hemostatic agents, and other solutions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association within 90 days.
Prior Certified Surgical Technologist experience.
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification; NBSTSA certificate required.

Responsibilities

Clean the surgical environment after procedures and prepare the operating room for turnover.
Remove equipment and dispose of contaminated equipment and supplies according to procedures.
Handle and dispose of sharps, biohazardous waste, regular trash, and contaminated linens according to policies.
Assist with transporting patients as required.
Handle specimens in accordance with unit policy and procedure, as required.
Maintain awareness of items requiring counts and assist the circulating nurse with the count process.
Measure and pass medications, hemostatic agents, and irrigation solutions used during surgical procedures.
Participate in surgical site and patient verification during the procedural time-out.
Obtain appropriate instruments, supplies, equipment, and records for specific procedures.
Open surgical supplies and equipment, clean and prepare instruments for sterilization, and restock pre-operative carts.
Promote a safe procedural environment by recognizing and responding to life-threatening situations.