Surgical Tech OSC

UVA Health•Culpeper, VA

About The Position

The Surgical Technologist works under the supervision of a surgeon and registered nurse to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures. The role helps ensure the operating room is safe, equipment functions properly, and procedures are conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. Surgical technologists apply sterile and aseptic technique and use knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, instruments, and technologies to facilitate invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures. The technologist assists with various types of surgical operations, including technically skilled duties serving as first assist. Responsibilities also include supporting patient care appropriate to the ages served, collecting and entering information into the patient scheduling application, and collaborating with the leadership team and intra-operative staff to communicate and address unit issues. Additional duties may be assigned. This is a full-time, day-shift position. On-call responsibilities may be required as directed. Travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town may be needed. The position may require safety equipment such as a HEPA mask for infection prevention. The base compensation range is $32.46–$46.82 per hour; individual compensation depends on qualifications, prior work experience, and/or education. Applicable incentives may be available to eligible positions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program.
Virginia Board of Medicine registration as a Surgical Technologist in accordance with Virginia Code §54.1-2956.12.
Maintain national surgical technologist certification (for example, NBSTSA CST) or meet another Virginia Board-approved pathway, such as military training, a DOL-registered apprenticeship, or applicable grandfathering criteria; provide proof of compliance before hire and maintain active registration during employment.
Ability to create and maintain a sterile field.
Knowledge of specialized instrumentation and equipment for various surgical procedures.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure materials.
Ability to understand and carry out instructions in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to address problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Basic understanding of medical terminology.
Computer skills.
Ability to communicate effectively, with auditory and visual skills, attention to detail, and ability to write legibly.
Ability to lift, push, or pull 100 pounds; use Safe Handling Equipment for any weight over 35 pounds.
Ability to meet the position's physical demands, including constant standing and frequent walking and bending or stooping.

Nice To Haves

Previous Surgical Technologist experience.

Responsibilities

Facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures under the supervision of a surgeon and registered nurse.
Help maintain a safe operating room environment and ensure equipment functions properly.
Apply sterile and aseptic technique and demonstrate knowledge of surgical instrumentation and procedures.
Assist with various types of surgical operations, performing technically skilled duties and serving as first assist.
Provide services appropriate to the age of the patients served.
Collect, organize, and enter information into the patient scheduling application.
Collaborate with the leadership team to identify and resolve unit issues.
Keep co-workers and intra-operative staff informed of updates and issues.
Follow written instructions as needed.
Perform additional duties as assigned.
Fulfill on-call responsibilities as directed.
Travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed.