Certified Surgical Technician (CST) - Defiance Hospital

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Defiance (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned health care provider, Bon Secours Mercy Health, seeks a Certified Surgical Technician for their hospital in Defiance, Ohio. The role involves preparing and maintaining sterile environments for surgical procedures while collaborating closely with surgical teams. Ideal candidates will possess an Associate degree in Surgical Technology and relevant certification, ensuring effective patient care and safety in surgical settings.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Flexible spending accounts

Educational Assistance

Paid time off

Employer contributions to retirement savings plan

Qualifications

• Must have certification as a Surgical Technologist (CST).
• BLS Basic Life Support certification preferred upon hire.
• One year of relevant surgical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain a sterile environment for surgical procedures.
• Assist the surgical team by providing necessary instruments and supplies.
• Perform surgical counts and assists in post-procedure cleaning.

Skills

Aseptic Technique

Patient Care

Organizational Skills

Education

Associate degree in Surgical Technology

Tools

Surgical Instruments

Job description

Certified Surgical Technician (CST) - Defiance Hospital

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At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

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 instruments 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 the 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 the circulator.
• Provides complete case preparation and knows, with the ability to adapt, of special instruments, supplies, and equipment needs for patient populations.
• Demonstrates knowledge of patient’s rights and responsibilities according to the patient's age and understanding.
• Demonstrates understanding of patient's 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 technologists 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.
  
  
  

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

Associate 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)

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.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance w/AD&D

Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

And much more

• Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
  
  
  

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail]

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• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

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Job function

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  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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