FLSA Status

CST Summary:

The Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) is an individual with specialized education who functions as a member of the operating room team to help ensure safe, efficient, and successful surgical procedures/outcomes.  The CST handles instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary for surgical procedures; has an 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.   

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
   

Scheduling:

CST's typically work 12 hour shifts, but can vary based on unit needs

Call requirements- 30 minute call back time
 

What We Offer:

We strive to create a flexible and realistic work-life balance by providing the following:

• Self-Scheduling
• Competitive compensation
• Competitive on-call pay; on-call pay continues even when you are called in for a case!
• Established shift differential, for eligible shift hours
• Major holidays paid at double time

Questions:

If you have any questions, please feel free to email our Talent Acquisition Associate Abbie Seitzinger at abbie.seitzinger@eskenazihealth.edu

About Us:

Eskenazi Health serves as the public hospital division of the Health & Hospital Corporation of Marion County. Physicians provide a comprehensive range of primary and specialty care services at the 327-bed hospital and
outpatient facilities both on and off of the Eskenazi Health downtown campus as well as at 10 Eskenazi Health Center sites located throughout Indianapolis.