CST

Ohio County Healthcare•Hartford, KY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The job description reflects the general details considered necessary to fulfill the essential job functions and shall not be construed as all-inclusive of all work requirements inherent in this position. Other specific job-related knowledge and skills may be required. All employees subject to an annual performance evaluation based on the duties and responsibilities of this position.

Requirements

Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required for all positions (may be allowed to sign a GED agreement to obtain within 6 months).
Graduate from an accredited surgical technology program.
BLS provider or obtains within six months of employment.

Nice To Haves

One year perioperative services experience.

Responsibilities

Facilitates the operative or other invasive procedure by preparing and providing the required sterile instruments, supplies and equipment.
Maintains the sterile field and anticipates and responds to the needs of the surgical team.
Promote the mission, vision, and values of the organization.
Function as a scrub person during operative and other invasive procedures by assembling supplies and equipment required for the procedure.
Preparing and organizing sterile supplies and instruments for the procedure.
Performing accounting procedures in concert with the RN circulator.
Assisting with placement of sterile drapes.
Providing instruments and supplies to the surgical team during the procedure.
Maintaining an organized sterile field.
Ensuring sterility of the field and taking corrective actions as needed.
Preparing sterile dressings.
Clean and prepare surgical instruments for processing and transport them to the decontamination areas.
Assist with post procedure cleaning of the operative or other invasive procedure room and preparation of room for subsequent patients.
Participate in ongoing educational and competency verification activities applicable to scrub person activities.
Maintain privacy and confidentiality of individuals and health information.
Pain management
Frequently accesses email to stay up to date on information within the organization and provides a way of communication between staff members.
Performs all procedures in accordance with established policies and procedures of OCH and adheres to legal compliance policies and other regulatory issues.