Certified Surgical Tech (CST)

Tenet Healthcare Corporation • Rock Hill, SC

4h • Onsite

About The Position

Assists physician during procedures. Ensures endoscopic suite is adequately prepared for the procedures. Ensures all instruments are cleaned and sterilized and functioning properly. Participates in department staff meetings and performance improvement activities.

Requirements

• Some college or vocational training required.
• Up to 1 to 2 years of job-related experience is preferred.
• Currently certified with the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) OR a new graduate from an accredited education program for Surgical Technology (NBSTSA certification is required within 90 days of employment).
• A person who has completed an appropriate training program for Surgical Technology in the United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard or in the United States Public Health Service.
• A person provides evidence that they were employed to practice Surgical Technology in a health care facility in South Carolina prior to January 1, 2008.
• Current non-certified Surgical Technologist Piedmont Medical Center employees are encouraged to acquire this certification.
• American Heart Association BLS required, must be obtained within 7 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assists physician during procedures.
• Ensures endoscopic suite is adequately prepared for the procedures.
• Ensures all instruments are cleaned and sterilized and functioning properly.
• Participates in department staff meetings and performance improvement activities.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree