Surgical Tech (CST) or LPN – Endoscopy
About The Position
This role involves assisting the surgical team in Endoscopy by preparing operating rooms and supporting procedures under the supervision of the circulating nurse. Responsibilities include verifying the correct surgical site, assisting with patient transport, preparing the pre-operative site, reviewing OR schedules, gathering required equipment, instruments, and supplies based on surgeon preference cards, performing the surgical scrub, donning sterile gown and gloves, and participating in opening and maintaining the sterile field. The Surgical Tech will also instrument surgical cases, pass instruments to surgeons, anticipate needs to support uninterrupted procedures, perform sponge, sharps, and instrument counts in accordance with policy, assist with prepping and draping patients, gowning and gloving surgical team members, prepare sterile dressings, and ensure all equipment is functioning properly, reporting any malfunctions.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology; completion of surgical tech apprenticeship or military program; graduate of an LPN program with Surgical experience; or equivalent experience to demonstrate competency.
- LPN license required if graduate of LPN program.
- No prior experience required.
Nice To Haves
- CST certification preferred but not required in Iowa.
- Previous endo/GI experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Assist the surgical team in Endoscopy by preparing operating rooms and supporting procedures under the supervision of the circulating nurse
- Verify correct surgical site, assist with patient transport as needed, and prepare the pre‑operative site
- Review OR schedules, note changes to procedures, and gather required equipment, instruments, and supplies based on surgeon preference cards
- Perform surgical scrub, don sterile gown and gloves, and participate in opening and maintaining the sterile field
- Instrument surgical cases, pass instruments to surgeons, and anticipate needs to support uninterrupted procedures
- Perform sponge, sharps, and instrument counts in accordance with policy
- Assist with prepping and draping patients and gowning and gloving surgical team members
- Prepare sterile dressings and ensure all equipment is functioning properly, reporting any malfunctions
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Wellness programs
- Education assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Competitive wages
- Weekend and night shift differentials
- Generous paid time off program
- Long- and short-term leave options
- Retirement savings program with employer match starting Day 1
- Retirement planning resources
- Life insurance coverage
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
