Certified Surgical Technician (CST) PRN - Medical Pavilion

Mercy Health; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off and family leave

Tuition assistance and professional ed

Job summary

Mercy Health is hiring a Surgical Technologist II for the Paducah Medical Pavilion. The role assists surgeons and nurses, prepares the operating room, and supports aseptic technique throughout procedures.

Requires an Associates Degree or equivalent in Surgical Technology, BLS, and national certification eligibility with at least one year of experience. Mercy Health offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree, Vocational Certification, or Military Certificate in Surgical Technology is required.
• One year of experience as a Surgical Technologist is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association is required.
• Certification options include CST, NBSTA/TS-C, NCCT; CST with VA Board if residing in VA is required.

Responsibilities

• Assemble supplies and equipment for operative and invasive procedures.
• Provide supplies to the surgical team during procedures and maintain aseptic technique.
• Report implanted devices, catheters, drains and packing to circulator.
• Prepare and perform surgical skin prep as indicated by procedure.
• Assist with pre and post procedure cleaning of the operative room.
• Demonstrates understanding of patients Advance Directives
• Demonstrates knowledge of MIS, laparoscopy, robotics and related equipment.

Education

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

Job description

Mercy Health

About Us

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Surgical Technologist II – Paducah Medical Pavilion

Job Summary

The Surgical Technologist II assists surgeons and nurses with preparation for aseptic technique and surgical procedures in the operating room. They will prepare the operating room for surgery by assembling routine supplies, materials, instruments, and equipment.

Essential Functions

• Assemble supplies and equipment required for the operative and invasive procedures.
• Provides supplies to the surgical team during the procedure and maintains aseptic technique.
• Reports any implanted devices, catheters, drains, and packing to circulator.
• Prepares and performs surgical skin prep as indicated by procedure.
• Assists with pre and post procedure cleaning of the operative or invasive procedure room.
• Demonstrates understanding of patients Advance Directives
• Demonstrates knowledge of equipment, instrumentation, lasers, Management Information Systems (MIS), laparoscopy, and robotics.

Education

• Associates Degree, Vocational Certification, or Military Certificate in Surgical Technology (required)

Licensure/Certification

• Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association
• 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)
• Registered Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) with the Virginia Board of Medicine (required if currently reside in Virginia)

Experience

• One year of experience as a Surgical Technologist (required)

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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