Certified Surgical Tech (CST)

Tenet Healthcare; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $15,000 sign-on bonus

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Job summary

Piedmont Medical Network - Fort Mill Hospital is seeking a Surgical Technologist to assist physicians during procedures and ensure the endoscopic suite is prepared and sterilized. This role participates in staff meetings and improvement activities, contributing to high-quality patient care.

Required: some college or vocational training, BLS CPR within 7 days of hire, NBSTSA certification within 90 days. Preferred: 1–2 years of related experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum education: Some college or vocational training.
• BLS CPR certification required, must be obtained within 7 days of hire.
• NBSTSA certification required within 90 days of employment after various pathways.
• Preferred: Up to 1–2 years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patient needs appropriately and prioritizes problems.
• Uses unit standards; identifies resources per guidelines.
• Maintains policies with safe clinical skills and responds to patient condition changes.
• Evaluates and modifies care based on patient outcomes.
• Performs related duties as required.

Skills

Clinical skills

Time management

Communication

Education

Some college or vocational training

Tools

NBSTSA certification requirement

Job description

Overview

Piedmont Medical Network - Fort Mill Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

At Piedmont Medical Network - Fort Mill Hospital, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Up to $15,000 Sign-on Bonus Based on Eligibility

Assists physician during procedures. Ensures endoscopic suite is adequately prepared for the procedures. Ensures all instruments are cleaned and sterilized and functioning properly. Participates in department staff meetings and performance improvement activities.

Responsibilities

• Evaluates patient needs appropriately. Identifies deviations from the norm. Prioritizes problems in accordance with data.
• Standards of care initiated in accordance with unit standards. Appropriate resources identified and utilized in accordance with unit guidelines. Decisions made within scope of practice.
• Possess basic knowledge of policies and procedures. Demonstrates solid clinical knowledge base and safe clinical skills. Recognizes and responds appropriately to changes in patient condition. Effective time management.
• Evaluates and modifies care based on patient response. Evaluates and modifies standards of care based on achieved patient outcomes. Adapts procedures to be age‑specific.
• Performs related duties as required.

Qualifications

Required:

• Minimum Education: Some college or vocational training required.
• Required Certifications/Registrations/Licenses:
  • American Heart Association BLS CPR certification required, must be obtained within 7 days of hire.
  • A person may not practice Surgical Technology in a healthcare facility unless the person meets one of the following requirements:
    • Is currently certified with the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) OR
    • Is a new graduate from an accredited education program for Surgical Technology. A new graduate may practice for up to three months before completing certification by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA), NBSTSA certification is required within 90 days of employment. OR
    • Is a person who has completed an appropriate training program for Surgical Technology in the United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard or in the United States Public Health Service. OR
    • Is a person provides evidence that they were employed to practice Surgical Technology in a health care facility in South Carolina prior to January 1, 2008.

Preferred:

• Experience: Up to 1 to 2 years of job‑related experience is preferred.

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Organization Description

Piedmont Medical Network - Fort Mill Hospital opened in 2022 to serve the growing and vibrant community of Fort Mill, SC. This 100-bed facility features advanced technology, all-new equipment, and a compassionate staff. Services include a 24/7 emergency department, an intensive care unit, a medical/surgical unit, and comprehensive women's care including The Nest, a dedicated space for labor and delivery. Join our team!

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