Certified Surgical Tech (CST)

Conifer Health Solutions; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match

Generous paid time off

Career development and continuing education

Health savings accounts

Employee Assistance program

Employee discount program

Voluntary benefits like pet insurance and legal insurance

Job summary

Conifer Health Solutions in Phoenix, Arizona, is looking for a Certified Surgical Technician. You'll provide intra-operative support, coordinating with the surgical team and maintaining the sterile environment during procedures.

The ideal candidate has completed training as a Surgical Tech, holds relevant certifications, and has at least one year of surgical experience. The position offers various benefits including medical insurance, retirement plan, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• Completion of formal education/training to obtain Certification as a Surgical Tech.
• One year experience in operative procedures, equipment and instrumentation.
• Certification as a Surgical Tech and CPR.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes Physician Preference Card for surgical procedures.
• Coordinates with circulating nurse for supplies and equipment.
• Conducts and documents sponge, instrument, and needle counts.
• Adheres to safety precautions during equipment use.
• Handles and labels specimens.

Skills

Customer service skills

Basic computer skills

Education

Certification as a Surgical Tech

Job description

Certified surgical technician providing intra-operative support. Assists the surgical team by acting as the primary scrub person who handles the instruments, supplies and equipment during surgical procedures. Maintains constant vigilance for the maintenance of the sterile field. Prepares operating rooms for surgery, using appropriate techniques. Provides technical services and assists in other areas as assigned and directed. Participates in department performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes the written individualized Physician Preference Card for the surgical procedure.
• Coordinates with circulating nurse to provide supplies, equipment and instruments for designated surgical procedures.
• Conducts and documents sponge, instrument and needle counts.
• Utilizes a working knowledge of current surgical scrub technology and medical terminology.
• Coordinates with circulating nurse to continuously assess case progress and patient’s safety. Properly operates and documents operation of all equipment utilized. Adheres to safety precautions during use of electrosurgical units, lasers, and any surgical equipment.
• Handles and labels specimens.
• Other related job tasks or responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• Special Skills: Excellent customer service skills and basic computer skills.
• Education: Completion of formal education/training to obtain a Certification as a Surgical Tech
• Experience: One (1) year experience. Knowledge and experience in operative procedures, equipment and instrumentation.
• Licensure/Certification: Certification as a Surgical Tech. CPR.
• Preferred Requirements:
  • Experience: Two years of hospital surgical experience.

Benefits

• 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
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• 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