Certified Surgical Tech - CST - CVOR - Full Time - Days

Northeast Georgia Health System; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

None

Job summary

Northeast Georgia Health System in Gainesville, FL is seeking a certified scrub tech to support the operating room team. The role emphasizes setup, sterile technique, instrument counts, and collaboration with the RN circulator to ensure patient safety.

Ideal candidates have surgical technology certification, completion of an accredited program, and at least one year of scrub tech experience in an acute care setting; vascular/cardiovascular exposure is a plus.

Qualifications

• Certification in Surgical Technology required or equivalent.
• Graduate of a formal surgical technology program.
• One year of scrub tech experience in acute care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up cases with proper instrumentation and supplies prior to start of case.
• Perform accurate sponge, needle, and instrument counts with RN circulator.
• Maintain sterile field and proper bioburden control.
• Assist with specimen preparation and communications with the RN.

Skills

Time management

Sterile technique

Infection control

Interpersonal skills

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate of formal surgical technology program

Certification in Surgical Technology

Tools

Surgical instruments

Job description

Job Category: Allied Health Work Shift/Schedule: 10 Hr Morning - Afternoon

Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities.

About the Role:

Job Summary Functions in a scrub role and other duties as assigned by under the direction of Registered Nurse. Employee performs clinical duties in accordance with population specific guidelines and adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as outlined in policy and procedures. This position will care for patients from infants through geriatric age groups.

Minimum Job Qualifications

Licensure or other certifications: Certification in surgical technology. Educational Requirements: High school graduate or certified equivalent; Graduate of a formal surgical technology program; Certification in Surgical Technology. Minimum Experience: Other: Preferred Job Qualifications Preferred Licensure or other certifications: Preferred Educational Requirements: Preferred Experience: One year experience (within 5 years) as a scrub technician; most recent experience in an acute care setting. Preferred scrub experience in vascular or cardiovascular surgery. Other: Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Demonstrates effective time management by completing patient case assignments with appropriate turnover average Demonstrates competency and skill proficiency in preparing and assisting with patients undergoing surgical procedures and with specimen collection Demonstrates competency and skill proficiency in operating patient care equipment

Essential Tasks and Responsibilities

Functions in a scrub role in the Operating Rooms and assumes other duties as assigned. Sets up cases with proper instrumentation and supplies prior to start of case. Follows hospital policy for hand asepsis Demonstrates competency as a certified scrub technologist. Performs accurate sponge, needle, and instrument counts with RN circulator adhering to hospital policy. Maintains organized sterile field ensuring instrumentation is kept free from bioburden & instruments returned to correct trays in a safe manner to prevent damage or injury. Accurately prepares specimens and communicates with the registered nurse. Maintains organized sterile field ensuring instrumentation is kept free from bioburden & instruments returned to correct trays in a safe manner to prevent damage or injury. Monitors and maintains integrity of sterile field. Assists in room monitoring of equipment, temperature, and humidity notifying circulating nurse to elevate the issue if indicated. Ensures proper patient body alignment during intra-operative phase by position monitoring checks e.g., feet, arms, etc. Precepts new staff as assigned and demonstrates sound clinical & positive interpersonal skills. Adheres to infection control practices. Demonstrates knowledge of safety policies and procedures. Contributes to productivity of the department by demonstrating effective time management. Expedites safe, rapid turnover of cases assisting with clean up and set up of new case. Accurately reports supplies used to ensure proper charging. Reports all problems or necessary changes to supervisor. Meets requirements of overtime, call changes and holiday coverage. Accepts call as assigned and is available within 30 minutes (or less). Contributes to the overall efficiency of the OR by performing routine tasks. Performs special assignments. Assists with general daily clean up of rooms, workroom, and central core.

Physical Demands

• Weight Lifted: Up to 50 lbs, Frequently 31-65% of time
• Weight Carried: Up to 50 lbs, Frequently 31-65% of time
• Vision: Heavy, Constantly 66-100% of time
• Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Frequently 31-65%
• Standing/Walking: Constantly 66-100%
• Pushing/Pulling: Frequently 31-65%
• Intensity of Work: Constantly 66-100%

Job Requires

Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding

Working at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals. NGHS: Opportunities start here.

Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status. Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) is a non-profit on a mission of improving the health of our community in all we do. Our team cares for more than 1 million people across the region through five hospitals and a variety of outpatient locations. Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) has campuses in Gainesville, Braselton, Winder, Dahlonega and Demorest - with a total of more than 850 beds and more than 1,200 medical staff members representing more than 60 specialties. Learn more at www.nghs.com.