Job Title: Certified Surgical Technologist
Profession: Certified Surgical Tech (CST)
Specialty: Operating Room
Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift: 6:30 PM - 7:00 AM
Hours per Shift: 12
Experience: 2+ Years of CST Experience, Level 2 Trauma Experience, Proficient in Ortho, Vascular, Neuro, Gen/Gyn, and Urology
License: Active NBSTSA or NCCT Certification
Certifications: Active American Heart Association BLS
Must-Have: Recent travel work experience (highly preferred)
Description:
This individual fills the role of surgical technologist in the Operating Room.
The Surgical Technologist I understands and demonstrates knowledge of surgical procedures.
They ensure all supplies and equipment are available for the procedure and in working condition.
They confirm and/or assemble sterile instruments for use correctly.
They anticipate the needs of the surgeon.
This role includes maintaining and monitoring the sterile field.
Responsibilities include demonstrating knowledge of surgical procedures and ability to problem solve in relation to the procedure being performed.
They verify items on the physician preference card.
They are accountable for supplies to ensure accurate patient charges are billed.
They demonstrate proper use of equipment, including assembly, disposables, as well as cleaning and sterilizing.
They assure all equipment, supplies, and instruments are assembled correctly and in working condition for the surgical procedure.
Maintaining the sterile environment is essential.
They monitor the sterile field and recognize breaks in technique.
They set up the sterile field with instruments in a timely manner.
They keep an accurate account of all medications, sponges, instruments, and sharps on the sterile fields as per policy.