Certified Surgical Tech / CST

Ardent Health Services; Amarillo, Northern (TX, KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardent Health Services in Amarillo, TX is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) for a day-shift, full-time position at Quail Creek Surgical Hospital. The CST works under the supervision of surgeons and nursing staff to ensure sterile technique and patient safety during procedures.

Responsibilities include maintaining the sterile field, ensuring equipment readiness, and contributing to a safe operating room environment.

Qualifications

• Certification: CST NBSTSA or NCCT if practicing before 2009.
• BLS certification obtained within 14 days of hire.
• Education: completion of a CAAHEP-accredited programs for surgical technologists.

Responsibilities

• Assist in safe and effective conduct of invasive procedures under supervision.
• Maintain sterile field and maximize patient safety during operations.
• Ensure operating room environment safety and proper equipment function.

Skills

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

BLS certification

NBSTSA/NCCT certification

Education

CAAHEP-accredited surgical technology program

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day-shift, full-time, Quail Creek Surgical Hospital Certified Surgical Technician (CST) in Amarillo, TX.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• Physicians Surgical Hospitals includes two surgical centers - Panhandle Surgical Hospital and Quail Creek Surgical Hospital, one physical therapy center - Quail Creek Physical Therapy - and a state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging center, Advanced Imaging Center of Amarillo. Physicians Surgical Hospitals have been named among the nation’s Best Places to Work in Healthcare by Modern Healthcare for thirteen years.

Responsibilities

• The Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) works under the supervision of surgeons, registered nurses, and other surgical personnel to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures.
• The CST ensures quality patient care during the operative procedure and is constantly vigilant in maintaining the sterile field.
• This role ensures the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Certification: Must hold and maintain certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or NCCT certification if practicing prior to 2009.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.
• Education: Completion of a CAAHEP-accredited or other nationally accredited educational program for surgical technologists.

Preferred Job Requirements:

• Previous experience as a surgical technologist.