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Certified Surgical Tech (CST) - Mercy Lorain Hospital

Mercy Health
Lorain, OH
Full-time

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Summary of Primary Function / General Purpose of Position

Facilitates the operative or other invasive procedure by preparing and providing the required sterile instruments, supplies and equipment.

Maintains the sterile field and anticipates and responds to the needs of the surgical team.

Essential Job Functions

  • Functions as the scrub person and assists as trained during operative and other invasive procedures by assembling supplies and equipment required for the procedure.
  • Prepares and organizes sterile supplies and instrument for the procedure and performs surgical counts with the circulating RN according to policy.
  • Maintains an organized sterile field and ensures the sterility of the field by taking corrective action as needed. Assists with placement of sterile drapes.

Provides instruments and supplies to the surgical team during the procedure and maintains aseptic technique.

  • Retrieves and collects specimens and labels specimens appropriately and correctly.
  • Reports any implanted devices, catheters, drains, and packing to circulator.
  • Provides complete case preparation and has knowledge, with the ability to adapt, of special instruments, supplies, and equipment needs for patient populations.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of patients’ rights and responsibilities according to the patients age and understanding.
  • Demonstrates understanding of patients Advance Directives.
  • Assists in CPR as needed.
  • Assists with pre and post procedure cleaning of the operative or invasive procedure room and necessary instruments.
  • BSMH Surgical Technologist are expected to practice and deliver care in accordance with the core concepts and intention of the BSMH policy.
  • Participates in ongoing educational and competency verification opportunities.
  • Participates in financial accountability by utilizing resources in a cost-conscious manner and offers performance improvement initiatives.
  • Participates in all patient safety care measures.
  • Accessible for "on call" as scheduled and is available within the time frames as indicated by the department.
  • Participates in the orientation of new staff and students as assigned.
  • Prepares and performs surgical skin prep and clipping as indicated by procedure. Inserts urinary catheter as required.
  • Demonstrates flexibility regarding unit / area staffing and scheduling needs.
  • Maintains personal grooming and attire consistent with BSMH policy.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job.

Employees may be required to perform other job related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing / Certification

Must be certified by one of the following : Certified Surgical Technologist (CST), National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTA) or Tech in Surgery Certified (TS-C), National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) (required)

If employed in Virginia, must be certified by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting or its successor and holds a certification with the Virginia Board of Medicine.

BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)

Education

Associates Degree, Vocational Certification, or Military Certificate in Surgical Technology (required)

Work Experience

One year of perioperative, operating room, or related military surgical technology experience (preferred)

Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with :

  • Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
  • Prescription drug coverage
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Life insurance w / AD&D
  • Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
  • Paid time off
  • Educational Assistance
  • And much more
  • Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

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Mercy Health Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia,

30+ days ago
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