Surgical Technologist

Northside Hospital Inc. • Canton, GA

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About The Position

The Surgical Technologist handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during surgical procedures. The role supports patient safety and quality of care by providing technical assistance to medical and surgical staff before, during, and in the turnover of surgical procedures. The technologist specializes in multiple surgical service lines and may work with neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.

Requirements

• High school diploma, equivalent education (GED), or post-secondary education.
• American Heart Association Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS).
• Visual color acuity screening, depending on the role in specific units.
• Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program and working as a Surgical Technologist with one year of experience; or three years of full-time employment within the last seven years in an Operating Room setting working as a Surgical Technologist.

Nice To Haves

• Certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA), or Technologist in Surgery-Certified (TS-C) through the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT).

Responsibilities

• Handle the instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during surgical procedures.
• Perform tasks that provide technical assistance and support to medical and surgical staff and personnel during surgical procedures and in procedure turnover.
• Help ensure patient safety and quality of care.
• Specialize in multiple surgical service lines and potentially work with neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED