Certified Surgical Technician- Day Shift

Holy Cross; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Flexible schedules

Free onsite parking

Job summary

Holy Cross Health is seeking a Certified Surgical Technician in Germantown for day shifts. You will scrub for procedures, prepare supplies, and assist the surgical team to ensure patient safety and efficient operations.

Required CST and BLS certifications with a high school diploma or equivalent; experience may be preferred for complex cases. Competitive benefits and day schedule offered at Holy Cross Germantown Hospital.

Qualifications

• Current CST certification required.
• Completion of an approved technologist program or 1 year of technologist experience.
• Current BLS certification.
• HS diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Scrubs for surgical procedures and prepares supplies, instruments, and equipment.
• Facilitates OR readiness and ensures availability of supplies before cases.
• Gathers missing equipment and assists circulating nurse.
• Transmits patient data and reports accurately to the healthcare team.
• Maintains supplies and equipment related to surgical intervention.

Skills

English proficiency

Manual dexterity

Physical strength

Basic computer skills

Color/texture discrimination

Eye-hand coordination

Education

Surgical Technologist Certification (CST)

BLS Certification

High School Diploma or equivalent

Adult basic education evaluations (math & reading)

Job description

Job Title

Certified Surgical Technician

Location

Germantown

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Pay Range

$26.62 - $41.31

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Position Purpose

Performs patient care duties delegated by the RN related to patients' personal needs, comfort, and safety. Scrubs for surgical procedures and demonstrate competence while functioning as a member of the surgical team. Prepares and maintains supplies, instruments, and equipment related to surgical intervention.

Job Responsibilities

• Facilitates rapid cleaning and preparation of the operating room by assisting environmental services with cleaning.
• Ensures that all equipment and supplies are available before starting a case.
• Gathers any missing supplies or equipment before scrubbing.
• Assists circulating nurse in preparing the OR for a procedure.
• Consistently, accurately, and promptly transmits accurate information regarding reports, patient data, patient requests, or other pertinent information to appropriate healthcare team members.
• Prepares and maintains supplies, instruments, and equipment related to surgical intervention.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current certification as surgical technologist (CST) required.
• Completion of an approved technologist program or previous technologist experience of at least one year.
• Current BLS certification.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Successful completion of adult basic education evaluations for math and reading.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend the English language.
• Visual accuracy.
• Auditory acuity.
• Basic computer skills, to include data entry and retrieval.
• Ability to coordinate eyes and hands quickly and accurately.
• Ability to identify and distinguish color, temperature, texture, and size.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 35 pounds, as determined by the nature of the patient care unit. Must be able to push, pull, lift patients and equipment (e.g. beds, stretchers).
• Must be able to bend body downward at the waist and be able to kneel.

Benefits & Perks

• Comprehensive benefit packages, including medical, dental, vision, mental health, paid time off, 403B, education assistance and voluntary benefits (pet insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity and others) available from the first day of employment.
• Work/Life balance with flexible schedules.
• Free onsite parking.

About the Company

Holy Cross Health is a Catholic, not-for-profit health system that serves the two most populous counties in Maryland, Montgomery and Prince George's, with a commitment to being the most trusted provider of health-care services in the area. Founded in 1963 by the Sisters of the Holy Cross, Holy Cross Health is a member of Trinity Health of Livonia, Michigan. Holy Cross Hospital, in Silver Spring, is one of the largest hospitals in Maryland, and Holy Cross Germantown Hospital is the first hospital in the nation built on a community college campus, enhanced by an educational partnership. The Holy Cross Health Network operates primary-care practices and affordable health centers, and offers a wide range of innovative, community-based health and wellness programs. Specialty care, home care and hospice services round out Holy Cross Health's high-quality and coordinated continuum of care that aims to improve health and let you live life on your own terms.

Mission & Values

Our mission and core values are what drive each member of Trinity Health to support each other, communicate openly and respectfully while embracing a culture that nurtures a healing, safe environment for all.

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EEO & Diversity Statements

Holy Cross Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to Minority/Females/disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V) status.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.