Surgical Technologist Certified II
About The Position
Works under the supervision of OR leadership, assisting with coordination of nursing care for patients in the operating room and serving as a member of the surgical team. Prepares and maintains equipment, instrumentation, and supplies on the sterile field, using simple to complex equipment, and cleans and replenishes equipment and supplies to support quality patient care. Participates in quality patient assurance, in-service, and customer service programs, and is responsible for handling and managing specimens and surgical counts. Serves as an expert for a specific surgical service by monitoring the surgical schedule for equipment and supply needs, preparing for daily case readiness, supporting the Specialty Nurse with surgeon preference cards, and identifying, communicating, and educating others about service changes. Expected to float among RHS facilities and perform like competencies. Surgical privileges are established by the surgery department and medical staff and approved by the governing body. This is a set night-shift schedule: 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., working three days on, one day off, then three days on and seven days off. No call and no holidays.
Requirements
- Virginia Department of Health Professions license as a Surgical Technologist upon hire.
- CPR/BLS certification from the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Safety and Health Institute within 90 days.
- Upon hire, either Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or Tech in Surgery certification from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT).
Nice To Haves
- Graduate of a Surgical Technology program (preferred).
- One year of experience as a surgical tech (preferred).
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with physicians and surgeons to provide for the specialized needs of surgical patients and support optimal outcomes.
- Anticipate supply and equipment needs so arrangements can be made in a timely and cost-effective manner.
- Monitor and support personal and departmental needs, including flexing and shift changes, and use time productively.
- Maintain an aseptic environment during procedures, document breaks in technique according to AORN standards, and demonstrate proficient knowledge of procedure-specific instruments, equipment, and supplies.
- Follow RHS policies and procedures and applicable National Patient Safety Goals, AORN, CMS, and DNV guidelines; identify and report noncompliance or violations appropriately.
- Communicate changes to appropriate team members to ensure surgeon preference cards are maintained and updated.
- Build collaborative professional relationships with the multidisciplinary team to support patient care.
- Participate in and provide feedback on supply utilization and evaluations of new equipment and products, recommending ways to contain costs and reduce waste.
- Participate positively in training and support of team members, volunteers, and students.
- Support and assist the perioperative registered nurse and team in patient care.
- Accurately handle and manage specimens and surgical counts.
- Address customers' needs throughout the department and facility, regardless of assignment, and demonstrate urgency in supporting a positive customer experience.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
