Surgical Technologist - Operating Room - Full Time

Guthrie Enterprise•Binghamton, NY

About The Position

The Surgical Technologist applies principles of sterile technique and follows established procedures under the direct supervision of a registered nurse. The role works collaboratively with nursing staff, physicians, and ancillary staff, and maintains clinical knowledge and expertise through continuing education and in-service programs. The position supports safe surgical patient care by demonstrating technical competence, maintaining and using surgical instruments according to manufacturer recommendations and department guidelines, and applying knowledge of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, microbiology, and pharmacology. The Surgical Technologist participates in orientation and training to develop competency across services and maintains required certification through continuing education. Additional duties may be assigned as necessary; the role also identifies and reports potential problems to the supervisor or nursing manager.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist school, or hold a current state LPN license, or have completed an appropriate U.S. military or Public Health Service Commissioned Corps surgical technology training program.
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification from NBSTSA required within one year of employment, unless the employee is a licensed LPN.
Basic Life Support certification.
General knowledge of surgical procedures.
Must work under the direct supervision of a registered nurse.

Nice To Haves

Surgical technologist experience is preferred; recent graduates may be trained on the job.
Specialized training gained by working with one or more physicians on the job.
If certified before 2021, may be grandfathered and exempt from the degree and certification requirements.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate competence in technical skills relevant to the clinical area of practice.
Use and maintain surgical instruments according to manufacturer recommendations and department guidelines.
Apply knowledge of anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, microbiology, and pharmacology to surgical patient care.
Demonstrate knowledge and practice of patient care concepts.
Apply sterile technique during surgical procedures.
Participate in orientation and training to attain competency in all services.
Maintain required certification by completing continuing education and providing documentation of required credits.
Promote teamwork and collaboration among members of the surgical team.
Follow current nursing department policies and procedures and nursing unit guidelines.
Use effective time management, flexibility, and priority setting when carrying out work assignments.
Attend and participate in unit council meetings and use staff meetings and other appropriate channels to resolve problems.
Complete necessary work within areas of responsibility and demonstrate initiative.
Recognize and report potential problems to the supervisor or nursing manager.