Surgical Technologist CST - Operating Room OR (Full Time)

UnityPoint Health • Cedar Rapids, IA

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About The Position

Join UnityPoint Health as a Certified Surgical Technologist – $7,500 Sign-On Bonus for Qualified Candidates! The Certified Surgical Technologist I functions as a member of the surgical team to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical, therapeutic, and diagnostic procedures. The Certified Surgical Technologist I collaborates with the team to ensure that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. The Certified Surgical Technologist I is proficient in the role of first or second scrub person, or assistant circulator during procedures within one specialty area.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• Graduation from a nationally accredited surgical technology program
• Must possess certification in surgical technology through NBSTSA
• Must possess current basic life support (BLS) certification

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge, competency and skills with assisting, maintaining sterile fields, exhibiting aseptic technique and surgical skin preparation during surgical procedures in accordance with established policies, procedures and standards of care.
• Is knowledgeable of instrumentation and supplies with setup and handling on sterile field.
• Anticipates and responds to needs of surgeon, staff and patient.
• Knowledgeable in functions of Central Sterile Processing related to cleaning, disinfecting, sterilizing, wrapping and storage of instrumentation following appropriate 'Instructions for Use' (IFU’s) of instrumentation.
• Understands usage of standard precautions, personal protective equipment and isolation precautions.
• Prepares and assembles, all necessary equipment, supplies and positioning aids based on preference card.
• Prepares medications for administration on the operative field under the direction of the physician.
• Continues professional development and involvement in professional activities that enhances Surgical Technology practice by sharing knowledge through networking and research.
• Assesses and chooses teaching strategies appropriate to the patient’s and their families’ age specific needs, culture, gender, readiness to learn and level of comprehension.
• Consults appropriate resources within the hospital to provide specialized education.
• Demonstrates knowledge that patient and workplace safety is a priority by preventing errors, accidents and infections and reporting potential or actual concerns immediately.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• 401K matching
• Employee recognition program
• Dental and health insurance
• Paid holidays
• Short and long-term disability
• Pet insurance
• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree