Surgical Technologist (CST)
About The Position
MercyOne is seeking a Surgical Technician to join their Operating Room team. The Surgical Technician is responsible for preparing the operating room with necessary instruments, equipment, and supplies for surgical procedures. They are also tasked with maintaining the sterile field throughout the procedure. This role will involve scrubbing for general surgery, gynecology, urology, podiatry, and plastics cases. Additionally, the technician may serve as a second, third, or fourth scrub in all surgical specialties. The position requires adherence to MercyOne's performance expectations and performing duties in alignment with the organization's mission, vision, values, and cultural beliefs.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology; completion of surgical tech apprenticeship or military program.
- Or graduate of an LPN program with Surgical experience; or equivalent experience to demonstrate competency.
- CST certification is required if working in Illinois.
- LPN license is required if you are a graduate of an LPN program.
- No prior experience is required.
- BLS.
- Mandatory Reporter.
- Ability to work with diverse groups of people.
- Ability to work under pressure and with a large degree of independence and accountability.
- Ability to accept responsibility for the direction, control or planning of an activity.
- Adaptability to performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another without loss of efficiency or composure.
Nice To Haves
- CST certification preferred but not required in Iowa.
Responsibilities
- Preparing the operating room for surgical procedures, including instruments, equipment, and supplies.
- Maintaining the sterile field during surgical procedures.
- Scrubbing for general surgery, gynecology, urology, podiatry, and plastics cases.
- Potentially serving as a second, third, or fourth scrub in all surgical specialties.
- Adhering to MercyOne's performance expectations.
- Performing defined services and other related duties in accordance with the mission, vision, values, and cultural beliefs of MercyOne.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Full benefits package
- Opportunity for growth throughout the system
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
