Certified Surgical Technologist(CST) 11a-11p-Main Operating Room

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We’ve introduced new compensation packages and a structured career ladder designed to help you grow professionally while making a real impact in patient care.
Our Operating Room leadership team is committed to supporting your success—whether you’re looking for advancement opportunities, competitive pay, or a collaborative environment where your expertise is valued.

We have full time and part time day shift positions available.

Call requirements- 30 minute call back time

FLSA Status

Nonexempt

Job Role Summary

The Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) is an individual with specialized education who handles instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary for surgical procedures; has a competent understanding of the procedures being performed and anticipates the needs of the surgeon; has the necessary knowledge and ability to ensure quality patient care during the operative phase; and is constantly on vigil for maintenance of the sterile field.   

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

•    Performs assigned surgical procedures and preparations in conjunction with the activities of the total surgical team
•    Maintains sterile technique/environment 
•    Prepares operating room for surgical procedures with appropriate supplies, equipment, and instrumentation for each assigned case
•    Ensures sterility of instruments and supplies
•    Prepares/maintains/labels medication on the sterile field accurately 
•    Provides for appropriate handling/labeling/disposition of surgical specimens
•    Performs appropriate counts with circulating nurse as required by policy
•    Assists with patient positioning and positioning devices, and providing patient comfort measures
•    Gowns and gloves self and other sterile personnel
•    Prepares/maintains sterile field and drapes 
•    Handles, cares for, cleans, and passes instruments
•    Assists/holds retractors or instruments as directed by the surgeon
•    Accounts for all instrumentation 
•    Cleans and stocks room 

Job Requirements

• Current CST certification through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or has completed a military surgical technology program. Those with military training  (i.e. “Operating Room Specialist” certification) must obtain their CST certification through the NBSTSA within three months of their start date.  
• New graduates must obtain CST certification within 45 days of their start date.  
• CSTs must complete 60 hours of approved continuing education in a 4-year timeframe with 15 CEUs turned into education every year
• Current BLS certification 
• Member of professional organization (AST) preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

•    Skills in the use of sterilization equipment, highly technical surgical equipment, and accurate use and care of instrumentation
•    Knowledge and application of anatomy/physiology and as it applies to surgical procedures
•    Knowledge of instruments/supplies/equipment required for surgical procedures 
•    Ability to identify/apply principles of asepsis, disinfection, sterilization, and environmental control
•    Maintains empathetic attitude toward patients
•    Practices with an intermediate level of experience with competent to proficient knowledge of all specialty services
•    Ability to make sound decisions during highly stressful situations, anticipate/prioritize to maintain proficient performance
•    Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and written
•    Ability to follow exact specifications, and oral/written instructions
•    Ability to concentrate and exhibit continuous attention/perception during surgery-related tasks
•    Knowledge and skills to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served.  Must be able to help evacuate patients via stairwells
•    Ability to maintain visualization of instrumentation, equipment, supplies and items on sterile field in dimly lit environment