Certified Surgical Tech (CST) Operating Room PRN

Medical University of South Carolina; Lancaster (SC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a qualified Surgical Technologist for PRN coverage in the operating room. You will assist surgeons, prepare sterile fields, and ensure instrument availability during procedures for patients across age groups.

Responsibilities include maintaining sterile technique, coordinating with nurses and the surgical team, and staying current with sterile processing and safety practices. Training and certification compliance are required.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of surgical technology and procedures.
• Solid knowledge of medical terminology used in the operating room.
• Passionate about providing high-quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Prepare sterile operating rooms for surgeries and set up instruments.
• Sterilize equipment, stock supplies, and assist surgeons and nurses during procedures.
• Maintain awareness of surgical technology updates and safety standards.
• Cross-train within the surgery department as needed and perform related tasks.

Skills

Surgical terminology

Surgical technology

Patient care

Education

Technical college graduation with accredited Surgical Technologist curricula

Job description

Job Description Summary

The primary function of this position is as the scrub person, surgeon assistant, and the assistant circulator for all newborn, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient procedures completed under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse.

Job Description

Preparing sterile operating rooms for surgeries. Sterilizing equipment and instruments. Stocking adequate supplies for surgery. Preparing patients for surgery by washing and disinfecting incision sites. Providing support during surgery by passing instruments and other supplies. Tracking surgical supplies. Staying up‑to‑date on surgical technology, medical terminology, and procedures. Working well with surgeons, surgical assistant, nurses and general surgical team. Helping provide great patient care.

May be cross trained to other duties within the surgery department, but outside the normal curriculum of surgical care (e.g., OR housekeeping chores, Central Sterile processing, transporting as requested by charge personnel).

Experience

Strong understanding of surgical technology and surgical procedure. Knowledge of medical terminology. Passionate about patient care.

PRN Status Clause

This is a PRN as‑needed position, you must be available to work at least 1 full shift bi‑weekly, as needed according to departmental demands. You may be required to work additional hours if requested by your supervisor to accomplish work objectives. Work hours may vary (increase or decrease) depending on the needs of the unit.

Education

Graduate of a Technical College, or equivalent, with accredited Surgical Technologist curricula.

Licenses / Certifications

Surgical Technologist Certification required after 2008. Basic Life Support (BLS) with American Heart Association (AHA).

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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