CST/Surgical Technician: PT 8a-4:30p

Firelands Health•Sandusky, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Firelands Health is seeking a dedicated Surgical Technician to join their team. This role involves supporting surgical procedures by ensuring all necessary instruments, equipment, and supplies are prepared and available. The technician will apply principles of asepsis and infection control, prepare and conclude surgical procedures, and maintain a safe and efficient environment for patients. The position offers a supportive work environment with opportunities for professional growth and a focus on work-life balance. Firelands Health is the largest healthcare provider in the Sandusky Bay region, committed to quality medical care and community wellness.

Requirements

Graduate of a two year accredited program or equivalent training in Surgical Technology.
BCLS certified.
Certification of competency by national exam by the Liaison Council on Certification, the certifying body of the Association of Surgical Technologists, Inc. If not certified at time of hire, need to be eligible at time of hire.
Certification maintained according to the Association of Surgical Technologists, Inc.
Ability to understand instruction and communicate effectively in both written and oral form.

Nice To Haves

Specific requirement for First Assisting Role: completion of an approved program for the surgical tech in the first assisting role.

Responsibilities

Knowledgeable of all aspects of surgical techniques and step-by-step process for routine and special procedures.
Displays understanding of anatomy and physiology as it relates to the operative procedures in which they tech.
Applies the principles of asepsis and infection control in a knowledgeable manner to provide optimum patient care.
Differentiates sterilization methods for special equipment and instruments necessary for special surgical procedures.
Prepares and knows the specific uses of all instruments, equipment and supplies used for the surgical procedures.
Displays dexterity in the use of surgical instruments.
Provides appropriate preparation and conclusion for surgical procedures.
Opens surgical supplies, scrubs early enough to prepare case, assisting circulator as needed, cleaning out room at end of case and returning all items to their appropriate location.
Provides a safe, professional, efficient environment for the surgical patient and initiates appropriate preventative and corrective action.
Performs efficiently in stressful and emergent situations.
Develops initiative in order to inquire and explore new surgical procedures and technology relating to the operating room and to the surgical patient.