Surgical Technologist II - Surgical Services - FT - Days - $15K Sign on Bonus - MHW

Memorial Healthcare

About The Position

Facilitates the safe and efficient performance of surgical procedures. The role supports patient care and surgical teams by preparing the operating suite and equipment, assisting with patient preparation and positioning, maintaining instrument and supply accountability, and passing instruments to the physician during surgery. It also includes processing specimens and assisting with instrument decontamination, preparation, and sterilization. The position requires critical thinking, decisive judgment, minimal supervision, and the ability to take appropriate action in a stressful environment.

Requirements

Completion of an accredited Surgical Technologist program.
One year of experience required.
BLS credential from an accepted listed provider or credential option: American Heart Association BLS E-Card, American Heart Association BLS RQI E-Card, American Heart Association BLS certification, Grace-period BLS credential, or Red Cross BLS certification.
Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and a positive disposition.
Ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Nice To Haves

Certified Surgical Technologist certification (CST or TS-C) is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist the nurse with patient care.
Ensure equipment and instruments are in good working order.
Continually account for the number and location of instruments and supplies during surgery.
Assist with preparing, transporting, positioning, and draping patients.
Receive and process specimens for delivery to the laboratory.
Assist with decontamination, preparation, and sterilization of instruments in sterile processing.
Prepare the surgical operating suite with drapes, solutions, instruments, equipment, and supplies.
Pass instruments to the physician during surgery.