Certified Surgical Technologist (CST): $7,000 Sign on bonus available

Akron Children's Hospital; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Certified Surgical Technologist to join their team. This role involves preparing the operating room, assisting surgeons during procedures, and ensuring patient safety throughout surgical interventions. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to patient care, proficiency in operating room protocols, and the ability to work collaboratively with healthcare professionals. This position offers a competitive salary, a $7,000 sign-on bonus, and the opportunity to make a significant impact in pediatric surgery. If you are passionate about surgical care and eager to contribute to a dynamic healthcare environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Certified surgical technologists prepare the operating room and assist during surgeries.
• Must demonstrate knowledge for patient care and safety.

Responsibilities

• Scrub on all major and minor surgical procedures as assigned.
• Participate in patient assessments and care planning.
• Maintain operating room supplies and assist with staff orientation.

Skills

Surgical Assistance

Patient Care

Operating Room Preparation

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Surgical Technologist Program

Certified Surgical Technician (CST)

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Tools

MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)

Job description

Full-time, 36 Hours/week

Variable Days - Every other Weekend + On Call

$7,000 Sign on bonus [available] taxable

Summary:

Certified surgical technologists are responsible for preparing the operating room, including but not limited to, the sterile field, setting up surgical equipment, supplies, etc. During surgery, the certified surgical technologists contribute to patient care by assisting the surgeon with instrumentation, supplies, specimens, and control of the sterile, surgical field. They are instrumental in preventing foreign retained objects. (Association of Surgical Technologists, 2022).

Responsibilities:
1.Responsible for scrubbing on all major and minor surgical procedures as assigned.

2.Participates with patient assessments while planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care.

3.Performs circulating duties under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse to provide care and safety to all patients.

4.Responsible for maintaining operating room suite supplies, pulling procedures, assisting with continuing education, precepting, and orientation of all staff.

5.Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the physical, psych/social, educational, and safety needs of the patients served regardless of age.

6.Participates in various hospital activities as appropriate and as directed by the Manager

7.Other duties as required.

Other information:

Technical Expertise
1.Experience in pediatric surgery is preferred.

2.Experience working with all levels within an organization is preferred.

3.Experience in healthcare is preferred.

4.Proficiency in MS Office [Outlook, Excel, Word] or similar software is required.

Education and Experience
1.Education: High School Diploma or equivalent is required; graduate from an accredited Surgical Technologist program is required.

2.Certification: Certified Surgical Technician (CST) and Basic Life Support (BLS) are required.

3.Years of relevant experience: 0 to 2 years is preferred.

Full Time

FTE: 0.900000

Status: Onsite