Certified Surgical Tech (CST) - Inpatient Surgery - Lorain Hospital

Mercy Health; Lorain (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health benefits

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Mercy Health – Lorain Hospital is seeking a certified Surgical Technologist to support operative and invasive procedures. You will prepare sterile instruments, maintain the sterile field, and assist the surgical team during operations.

The role requires CST/ NBSTA/ TS-C/ NCCT certification and associates level surgical technology training. You will participate in case preparation, specimen handling, and ensure patient safety throughout perioperative care.

Qualifications

• Must be CST/NBSTA/TS-C/NCCT certification (required).
• BLS Basic Life Support preferred prior to direct patient care.

Responsibilities

• Functions as the scrub person and assists during operative procedures by assembling supplies and equipment.
• Prepares and organizes sterile supplies and instrument counts with the circulating RN.
• Maintains sterile field and assists with drapes and providing instruments.
• Retrieves and labels specimens correctly.
• Reports implanted devices, catheters, drains, and packing to circulator.
• Prepares surgical skin prep and clipping as indicated; assists with catheterization if required.
• Participates in orientation of new staff and students as assigned.
• Supports patient safety and cost-conscious care initiatives.
• On-call as scheduled and available within department time frames.

Skills

Follow Instructions

Work Independently

Anatomy

Anticipate Needs

Communication

Critical Thinking

Infection Control

AORN/AST Knowledge

Urgency

Physiology

Surgical Conscience

Professionalism

Self-Directed

Takes Direction

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Education

Associates Degree, Vocational Certification, or Military Certificate in Surgical Technology

Tools

None

Job description

Surgical Technologist Certified – Lorain Hospital

Shift/Schedule

• Full Time - Scheduled for 40 Weekly Hours
• Shift Times - Days/Afternoons
• Rotating On-Call Schedule

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)
• 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)

Patient Population

• Neonates (0-4 weeks)
• Infant (1-12 months)
• Pediatrics (1-12 years)
• Adolescents (13-17 years)
• Adults (18-64 years)
• Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Working Conditions

• Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur
• May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights
• May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids*
• May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse
• May be required to use physical restraints
• May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials*
• May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.
• May have periods of constant interruptions
• Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions
• Prolonged periods of working alone
• Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

Skills

• Ability to Follow Instructions
• Able to Work Independently
• Anatomy
• Anticipate Needs
• Communication
• Critical Thinking
• Infection Control
• Knowledge of AORN and AST Recommendations
• Move with a sense of urgency
• Physiology
• Possess Surgical Conscience
• Professionalism
• Self-Directed
• Takes Direction
• Teamwork
• Microsoft Office

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

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