Surgical Skilled Technologist

Indiana University Health System•Indianapolis, IN

10d•Onsite

About The Position

At IU Health, surgical excellence and compassionate care go hand in hand. Our highly skilled surgeons provide expert care for both complex and routine procedures, using advanced, less invasive techniques that support faster recovery and improved outcomes. We partner closely across hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers to deliver coordinated, patient-centered care while supporting research and education initiatives. This position is a day shift role working 4 10s 6:00am-4:30pm. No On-call and No Holiday required. CSTs provides service and support before, during, and after surgical procedures. Assists in ensuring the presence and proper arrangement of surgical equipment, supplies and instrumentation in the operating room prior to each operation. Provides assistance to the surgeon in the operating room as allowed by professional and legal standards. Assists in the turnover of the operating room after the procedure ensuring proper routing and/or processing of all specimens, equipment, instrumentation and supplies. Works as a member of the surgical team with surgeons, anesthesiologists, registered nurses, and other surgical personnel. As part of an award-winning hospital system, our part-time and full-time team members have access to a comprehensive benefits package, which includes, Competitive pay, Development opportunities, Tuition reimbursement, Matching 401k, Paid medical leave, and health, dental and vision insurance .

Requirements

Requires a High School Diploma/GED.
Requires certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist obtained from the NBSTSA within four months of employment.
Requires Basic Life Support Certification.
Requires the ability to resource advanced technology.
Requires 15 continuing education units annually as required by state law.
Requires knowledge of various surgical procedures in order to anticipate the needs of the surgeon and to recognize the problems encountered by the surgeon within 12 months of employment.
Requires knowledge of name and function of surgical equipment and instrumentation.
Requires strict adherence to policies and regulations regarding maintenance of sterile field.

Responsibilities

Provides service and support before, during, and after surgical procedures.
Assists in ensuring the presence and proper arrangement of surgical equipment, supplies and instrumentation in the operating room prior to each operation.
Provides assistance to the surgeon in the operating room as allowed by professional and legal standards.
Assists in the turnover of the operating room after the procedure ensuring proper routing and/or processing of all specimens, equipment, instrumentation and supplies.
Works as a member of the surgical team with surgeons, anesthesiologists, registered nurses, and other surgical personnel.