Surgical Technologist, Surgical Services $20K Sign on Bonus

Baptist Healthcare System•Paducah, KY

16d

About The Position

BE PART OF OUR TEAM!!! Do you want to work for an organization where you are Inspired, Impactful and Included? Sign on Bonus available for eligible candidates for full-time positions only. Surgical Technologist Job Description The Surgical Technologist serves as a primary scrub person or assistant for operative procedures.

Requirements

Technical Diploma from a Surgical Technologist accredited program or comparable military training
Certified Surgical Tech (CST) certification is required
Driver’s License
Eligibility for Surgical Technologist Certification

Responsibilities

Scrubbing into cases and make sure instruments and supplies are available for the scheduled case.
Setting up cases ensuring that all instruments are thoroughly sterilized and maintain the sterile field during case set up.
May be asked to assist physician to cut suture material and may be asked to apply electrocautery to clamps on bleeders under the direct supervision of the surgeon.
Is responsible for gross decontamination of instruments including breaking down instruments for further cleaning in Central Sterile Processing.
Collaborates with the circulating nurse to carry out appropriate interventions.