Surgical Technologist I I Saint Vincent Hospital
About The Position
This full-time role performs direct and indirect technical tasks for patients before, during, and after surgical interventions. The position assists with preparing the operating suite, maintaining aseptic practices, preparing patients for surgery, and supporting the surgical team throughout procedures. Employees are expected to follow applicable ethical, legal, privacy, and information security requirements, including HIPAA and the company’s Code of Business Conduct. The job description notes that its duties and qualifications may not represent a comprehensive inventory of all work associated with the role.
Requirements
- One-year certificate from a college or technical school; or three to six months of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- For Surgical Technologists hired after 12/29/2020: completion of an accredited Surgical Technologist program and nationally recognized certification (CST or TS-C) within six months of hire; military programs are accepted. Alternatively, qualifying pre-existing employment as a surgical technologist at this facility before 12/29/2020, or at another facility within the two years before 12/29/2020, is accepted.
- American Heart Association CPR certification within 60 days of hire.
Nice To Haves
- 1–3 years of Surgical Technologist experience.
Responsibilities
- Set up the surgical operating suite with appropriate instruments and supplies.
- Use proper aseptic techniques and standard precautions, and follow policy for medication and specimen handling.
- Assist with preparing, positioning, and draping patients; participate in the surgical pause to confirm the correct patient and surgical site.
- Understand and anticipate surgeon preferences and patient-care variables, adapt accordingly, and contribute to updating surgeon preference materials.
- Perform sponge, needle, and instrument counts.
- Care for and use resources to promote a cost-effective and efficient environment for patients.
- Perform other duties as assigned or required.
- Comply with ethical and legal standards, company policies, HIPAA requirements, privacy practices, and information security guidelines.
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus based on eligibility and experience: for 0–1 years of experience, $10,000 with a two-year commitment or $12,000 with a three-year commitment; for 1–2 years, $10,000 with a two-year commitment or $17,000 with a three-year commitment; for 2+ years, $15,000 with a two-year commitment or $25,000 with a three-year commitment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
