Certified Surgical Technologist

InterMed; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Certified Surgical Tech to join their team in a dynamic environment. This role involves preparing the surgical suite, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining a sterile field during procedures. Ideal candidates will have a strong understanding of surgical techniques and anatomy, along with excellent communication skills. If you are passionate about patient care and thrive in a fast-paced setting, this opportunity could be perfect for you. Join a supportive workplace that values diversity and offers growth potential.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited S.T. Technology program required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar setting.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surgical suite and ensure environmental safety.
• Maintain a sterile field and handle instruments with dexterity.

Skills

Sterile Technique

Surgical Instrument Use

Communication Skills

Customer Service Orientation

Operative Anatomy Knowledge

Education

Accredited S.T. Technology Program

Tools

Endoscope

Surgical Instruments

Job description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Preparation of the surgical suite/clinical area and all supplies/equipment will ensure environmental safety for patients and staff
  
• Selecting appropriate supplies and equipment
  
• Checking equipment for working order and reporting unsafe working conditions to the appropriate person
  
• Verifying exposure to sterilization process
  
• Opening supplies aseptically
  
• Establishing and maintaining a sterile field
  
• Identifying principles & techniques of disinfection, sterilization & environmental control
  
• Participates in counting according to the policy
  
• Appropriately prepares all specimens for the lab
  
• Identifies unusual or emergent situations and uses sound judgment in aiding to correct them
  
• Attends all safety training programs as well as practices safe and healthful work habits
  
• Contributes to the delivery of effective patient care as delegated by the Registered Nurse

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Graduate of an accredited S.T. Technology program
  
• C.S.T. required
  
• BLS required
  
• Minimum or 2 years of experience in a similar setting
  
• Knowledge and understanding of operative anatomy and physiology
  
• Knowledge of common complications of the surgical procedure
  
• Ability to identify breaks in the aseptic technique and correct them
  
• Displays dexterity in the use of surgical instruments throughout the procedure
  
• Ability to differentiate between clean, contaminated, and sterile areas
  
• Excellent communication skills and strong “Customer Service” orientation

InterMed is an equal opportunity workplace and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Endoscope Certification

Certified Surgical Tech

Preferred

Sterile Processing Tech

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