Certified Surgical Technician-PRN

Holy Cross Health; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 37,000 - 57,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Free onsite parking

Referral Rewards Program

Job summary

Holy Cross Health in Silver Spring, MD seeks a Certified Surgical Technician for a part-time PRN role on a rotating shift. You will scrub for surgeries, prepare the operating room, and assist the circulating nurse while ensuring patient safety and accuracy in communications with the healthcare team.

The role requires CST certification, BLS, and a high school diploma, with preferred completion of a technologist program or equivalent experience. Strong mobility and manual dexterity are essential.

Qualifications

• Must hold CST certification and complete a technologist program or have 1 year of technologist experience.
• Current BLS certification is required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English.
• Demonstrated manual dexterity and visual accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Scrubs for surgical procedures and assists in maintaining supplies, instruments, and equipment.
• Communicates patient information accurately to the healthcare team.
• Prepare OR environment and ensure all equipment and supplies are ready for procedures.
• Assist environmental services in rapid OR cleaning and setup as needed.

Skills

BLS certification

English language

Manual dexterity

Lifting ability

Mobility & flexibility

Education

CST certification (Certified Surgical Technologist)

Technologist program completion or 1 year experience

High school diploma or equivalent

Adult basic education evaluations (math & reading)

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Description

Job Title: Certified Surgical Technician

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Rotating Shift

Description

Job Title: Certified Surgical Technician

Employment Type: PRN

Shift: Rotating

Location: Silver Spring

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.

As a "Certified Surgical Technician" You Will

• Facilitates rapid cleaning and preparation of the operating room by assisting environmental services with cleaning.
• Ensure 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.

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.

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.

Non-benefit eligible Roles

• Under 0.3 FTE (16 hours weekly) or per diem roles**

Position Highlights And Benefits

• 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.
• 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.
• Referral Rewards Program

Position Highlights

• Work/Life balance with flexible schedules.
• Free onsite parking.
• 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.
• Referral Rewards Program

Holy Cross Health

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.

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.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. 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.