Certified Surgical Technologist CST

Henrico Doctors' Hospital; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical + Rx

Dental & Vision

Wellbeing support

PTO & Disability

401(k) match

Tuition & Certification

Job summary

Henrico Doctors' Hospital is seeking a Surgical Technologist to join the Surgical Services team in Richmond, VA. The role requires aseptic technique, scrubbing competency, and responsible OR support to assist physicians and staff in delivering safe patient care.

Current VA CST certification and BLS are required; graduate or on-the-job training accepted, with preferred 1 year of experience. This full-time position includes a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional

Qualifications

• Graduate of Surgical Technology Program or on the Job Training.
• Preferred – One year of experience as a Surgical Technologist.
• Certified Surgical Technologist by State of VA.
• Certified Surgical Technologist (National).
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (30 Day Grace Period).

Responsibilities

• Utilizes aseptic technique to create and maintain a sterile field.
• Demonstrates competency in scrubbing as it relates to unit scope of care.
• Plans and provides equipment and supplies based on patient and physician needs.
• Promotes cost containment while delivering quality patient care within the operating room.
• Works as a member of the Surgical Services Team to promote teamwork.
• Demonstrates flexibility to perform other functions within Surgical Services and procedural areas to assist in the smooth operation of the departments and maintain competencies as appropriate.
• Pursues own professional growth through continuing education and in services.
• Participates in department on-call assignments and demonstrates flexibility to cover staffing as needed.
• Adheres to hospital policies and procedures; supports the mission of the hospital.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Scrubbing in OR

Equipment planning

On-call flexibility

Education

Graduate Surgical Technology program or on-the-job training

State Certified Surgical Technologist (VA)

National CST certification

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Hourly Wage Estimate: $24.87 - $34.82 / hour, Learn more about the benefits offered for this job.

The estimate displayed represents the typical wage range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range.

Job Summary and Qualifications

1. Utilizes principles of aseptic technique in creating and maintaining a sterile field.

2. Demonstrates competency in scrubbing as it relates to unit scope of care.

3. Plans and provides equipment and supplies based on patient and physician needs.

4. Promotes cost containment while delivering quality patient care within the operating room.

5. Works as a member of the Surgical Services Team to promote teamwork.

6. Demonstrates flexibility to perform other functions within Surgical Services and procedural areas to assist in the smooth operation of the departments and maintain competencies as appropriate.

7. Pursues own professional growth through continuing education and in services.

8. Participates in department on-call assignments and demonstrates flexibility to cover staffing as needed.

9. Adheres to hospital policies and procedures; supports the mission of the hospital.

10.Other duties as assigned.

What qualifications you will need:

EXPERIENCE

Required – Graduate of Surgical Technology Program or on the Job Training

Preferred – One year of experience as a Surgical Technologist.

EDUCATION

Required – Certified Surgical Technologist by State of VA

Certified Surgical Technologist (National)

Basic Cardiac Life Support (30 Day Grace Period)

Benefits

Henrico Doctors' Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefitsfor medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support,including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from workprograms for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education supportthrough tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefitsfor fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Established in 1974, Henrico Doctors' Hospital is a 340-bed community hospital offering cardiology, gastroenterology, neurology, oncology, physical therapy, women's services and a 24/7 emergency department. Operated by HCA Healthcare, Henrico Doctors' Hospitals consists of three community campuses - Henrico, Parham, and Retreat Doctors' Hospitals along with a free-standing emergency center, Hanover Emergency Center. Envisioned, founded and supported by a group of independent physicians looking to provide high-quality care in an accessible community setting, Henrico Doctors' proudly remains committed to providing patients with the best care possible.

"There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.