Certified Surgical Technologist

St. Rose Dominican San Martin; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Health-St. Rose Dominican, San Martín Campus in Las Vegas, NV is seeking a Surgical Tech to join a dedicated surgical team.

You will prepare the OR, pass instruments, and maintain the sterile field to support safe, efficient procedures that impact patient outcomes. The role requires one year of acute care experience as a CST or equivalent, NBSTSA certification, and ongoing education per NBSTSA and AHA guidelines.

Qualifications

• One year recent full-time experience in an acute care facility as a certified surgical technologist.
• Graduate from an accredited Surgical Technologist program to include certification.
• Surgical Technology training – 15 CEU units per year as NBSTSA requires.
• BLS-American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the OR (instruments, equipment, supplies) for procedures.
• Assist surgeons and nurses by passing instruments and maintaining the sterile field.
• Count items, handle specimens, and assist with patient positioning.
• Adhere strictly to aseptic technique and prioritize patient safety.

Education

High school diploma

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Surgical Tech, you'll be an integral surgical team member, providing skilled assistance for safe, efficient procedures critical to patient outcomes.

Every day you will prepare the OR (instruments, equipment, supplies) and assist surgeons/nurses by anticipating needs, passing instruments, and maintaining the sterile field. You'll count items, handle specimens, assist with patient positioning, and adhere strictly to aseptic technique.

To be successful, you will demonstrate meticulous attention to detail, strong sterile technique knowledge, and the ability to anticipate needs in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication and a steadfast commitment to patient safety are essential.

Job Requirements

Required

• One (1) year recent full-time experience in an acute care facility as a certified surgical technologist.
• May consider any experience in an Ambulatory Surgery Center where procedures are performed that have the same acuity level or level of complexity as an acute care facility.
• Graduate from high school or equivalent program.
• Graduate from an accredited Surgical Technologist program to include certification.
• Surgical Technology training - Earns 15 units of continued education every year as required by NBSTSA.
• BLS-American Heart Association
• CT ORT = Certified Surgical Technologist Nat’l. The Certified Surgical Technologist certification must be provisioned through the NBSTSA.
• Current employees hired in this position before January 1 2018 have been grandfathered and are exempt from the requirement to obtain NBSTSA certification.
• Please be advised that this location requires quarterly American Heart Association (AHA) Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) competency certification post-hire. This ongoing competency is required through resources internal to the facility; outside RQI competency resources are not acceptable for CommonSpirit Health compliance requirements.

Preferred

• One year recent fulltime experience in an acute care facility as a certified surgical technologist to include experience with trauma and open heart.
• CST certification provisioned through the NBSTSA preferred but may be grandfathered in compliance with current Nevada Revised Statutes.

Where You'll Work

Hello Humankindness

Join the Dignity Health-St. Rose Dominican, San Martín Campus, and become part of a legacy of compassionate care spanning over 70 years. As a valued member of our team, you'll contribute to southern Nevada's only not-for-profit, faith-based healthcare system, guided by the inspiring vision of the Adrian Dominican Sisters.

Dignity Health is deeply committed to providing high-quality, affordable, patient-centered care, with a special focus on serving the poor and underserved – a mission we proudly uphold at St. Rose Dominican.

At San Martín, we don't just provide medical care; we foster a holistic environment that nurtures the body, mind, and spirit. Our 147-bed facility in Las Vegas is designed with both patient well-being and employee comfort in mind. You'll work in a modern setting featuring serene spaces like the Rendina Family Healing Garden with its cascading waterfall and the reflective labyrinth designed by Robert Ferré – amenities that offer peace and tranquility not just to our patients, but to our dedicated staff as well. Our quiet chapel provides a sacred space for all seeking solace.

We are also a proud member of CommonSpirit Health, a national leader operating over 2,200 care sites across 24 states. This vast network provides unparalleled opportunities for professional growth, continuous learning, and making a profound difference on a grander scale, collectively impacting nearly 1 in 4 U.S. residents.

If you are passionate about a career where your skills are valued, your compassion is celebrated, and your work contributes to a greater purpose, we invite you to explore opportunities at Dignity Health-St. Rose Dominican, San Martín Campus. Join our family and continue the Sisters' mission of serving people in need, while building a rewarding future for yourself.