Certified Surgical Technologist (CST), Acute - Full Time

Valley Health; Winchester Center (CT); On-site; USD 61,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Valley Health is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist to support surgical procedures in a safe and effective manner. The ideal candidate will have completed an accredited surgical technology course and hold necessary certifications. Responsibilities include facilitating operations and ensuring patient safety within the operating room. This full-time position offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits designed to support employee wellbeing.

Benefits

Zero-Deductible Health Plan

Dental and vision insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Retirement Savings Match

Employee Assistance Program

Incentive-Based Wellness Program

Qualifications

• Demonstrates expertise in performing complex tasks.
• Must have NBSTSA Certification and BLS Certification.
• Knowledge of growth and development principles essential.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate invasive surgical procedures under supervision.
• Ensure safety and proper functionality of surgical equipment.
• Implement surgical tools and techniques effectively.

Skills

Expertise in sterile techniques

Knowledge of human anatomy

Ability to assess patient status

Education

Graduate of an accredited surgical technology course

Job description

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST), Acute - Full Time

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Job Description

The CST is an allied health professional who works under the supervision of a surgeon to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. They possess expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique and combine the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation tools and technologies to facilitate a physician’s performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.

Department

SURGICAL SERVICES - 206210

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Work Shift

Pay Grade

115

Job Description

The CST is an allied health professional who works under the supervision of a surgeon to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. They possess expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique and combine the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation tools and technologies to facilitate a physician’s performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.

Education

Graduate of an accredited surgical technology course required.

Certification & Licensures

If working in Virginia, VA State license required prior to the start of employment.

NBSTSA Certification required.

BLS Certification (Basic Life Support) - American Heart ‘Healthcare Provider’ (HCP) - AHA approved required. New hires must have American Heart Association (AHA) appropriate certification prior to completion of orientation.

Qualifications

Demonstrates expertise in the delivery of care and possesses the skills necessary to perform complex tasks.

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span, possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed in order to provide care for the age group of patients served.

Benefits

At Valley Health, we believe everyone is a caregiver, and our goal is to create an environment where our caregivers thrive physically, financially, and emotionally. In addition to a competitive salary, our most popular benefits for full-time employees include:

• A Zero-Deductible Health Plan
• Dental and vision insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Tuition Assistance
• Retirement Savings Match
• A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing
• Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program
  
  

Valley Health also offers a health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development. In addition, several perks come with working for the largest employer in the region, such as discounts to on-campus dining, and more.

To see the full scale of what we offer, visit valleyhealthbenefits.com.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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