Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - CHoR Pediatric Operating Room - PRN

VCU Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

VCU Health seeks a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) for its Pediatric Operating Room. The ideal candidate will assist surgeons in providing high-quality surgical care, ensuring adherence to strict sterile protocols and contributing to the operational efficiency of the surgical team. This position offers a competitive salary, a sign-on bonus, and opportunities for professional growth within a respected health care institution.

Qualifications

• Requires CST or TS-C certification.
• Minimum of 2 years experience as a Surgical Technologist.
• Experience in pediatric surgical environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up sterile fields and assist surgeons during operations.
• Perform count procedures as per policy.
• Serve as a resource and preceptor to less experienced staff.

Skills

Sterile techniques

Surgical assistance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Graduate of a Surgical Technology Program

Job description

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - CHoR Pediatric Operating Room - PRN

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The Surgical Technologist II (operating room scrub technician) sets up sterile field, gathers supplies for surgical cases, based on knowledge of instruments and equipment to be used. This position passes instruments to surgeons during surgery. This position also performs count procedures per policy during surgical cases.

The Surgical Technologist II serves as a resource and preceptor to less experienced Surgical Technologists and takes call for routine and high acuity cases after orientation period. This role also learns, performs and completes assignments/responsibilities assigned during the transitional duty period.

Licensure, Certification, Or Registration Requirements For Hire

Registered by the State Board of Medicine and Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or Tech in Surgery-Certified (TS-C) or Certified Operating Room or Surgical Technician (CORST) certification.

Certification Or Registration Requirement For Continued Employment

Registration by the Virginia State Board of Medicine, Current AHA, BLS, HCP Certification Current CST; TS-C or CORST required

Experience REQUIRED

Minimum of 2 years experience as a Surgical Technologist or related scrub technician position

Experience PREFERRED

3-5 years experience as a surgical technologist or related scrub technician position, with 2 years in a specific practice area.

Education/training REQUIRED

High School Diploma or equivalent Graduate of a Surgical Technology Program or a military training program or Licensed Practical Nursing Program

Education/training PREFERRED

Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology Program

Independent Action(s) Required

Functions under the direction of RN or independent practitioner in providing direct patient care, emotional support and problem solving, all in accordance with hospital, nursing and unit policies and procedures.

Requires prior approval or guidance from supervisor for time/schedule changes, legal issues, direct care which deviates from the standard and identification of educational resources to meet developmental needs.

Job duties may include the handling, transportation, access to and/or contact with medications and related supplies.

Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A

Additional Position Requirements

Surgical Technologists work all three shifts, weekends and holidays.

Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with employee’s specific Nurse Manager/Clinical Coordinator.

Schedules, including requirements of shift rotations and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to meet staffing requirements or in the best interests of the work unit.

Takes independent call for routine or high acuity cases after the orientation period. Age Specific groups served: As appropriate based on transitional duty assignment.

Physical Requirements (includes Use Of Assistance Devices As Appropriate)

Physical: Lifting 50-100 lbs.

Other: Exposure to potentially hazardous and infectious substances

Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive)

Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical reasoning

Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent, change

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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