Certified Surgical Technologist - CST - CVOR - FT Days

Northeast Georgia Health System; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a forward-thinking health system where you will play a crucial role as a Certified Surgical Technologist. This exciting position involves working in the Operating Room, preparing for surgeries, and ensuring patient safety through effective time management and adherence to sterile practices. You will be part of a mission-driven organization committed to improving community health, providing care across various specialties, and making a real difference in patients' lives. If you are passionate about surgical care and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Certification in surgical technology is required.
• Experience in an acute care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Function in a scrub role and prepare for surgical procedures.
• Monitor and maintain the integrity of the sterile field.

Skills

Surgical Technology Certification

Time Management

Patient Care

Infection Control Practices

Clinical Skills

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

Graduate of a Formal Surgical Technology Program

Job description

Certified Surgical Technologist - CST - CVOR - FT Days

Apply locations Gainesville, GA

Job Category: Allied Health

Work Shift/Schedule: 10 Hr Morning - Afternoon

Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities.

About the Role:

Four, 10-hour shifts + call

Job Summary

Functions in a scrub role and other duties as assigned under the direction of Registered Nurse. Employee performs clinical duties in accordance with population specific guidelines and adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as outlined in policy and procedures. This position will care for patients from infants through geriatric age groups.

Minimum Job Qualifications

• Licensure or other certifications: Certification in surgical technology.

• Educational Requirements: High school graduate or certified equivalent; Graduate of a formal surgical technology program; Certification in Surgical Technology.

• Minimum Experience:

• Other:

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Preferred Licensure or other certifications:

• Preferred Educational Requirements:

• Preferred Experience: One year experience (within 5 years) as a scrub technician; most recent experience in an acute care setting. Preferred scrub experience in vascular or cardiovascular surgery.

• Other:

Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrates effective time management by completing patient case assignments with appropriate turnover average.

• Demonstrates competency and skill proficiency in preparing and assisting with patients undergoing surgical procedures and with specimen collection.

• Demonstrates competency and skill proficiency in operating patient care equipment.

Essential Tasks and Responsibilities

• Functions in a scrub role in the Operating Rooms and assumes other duties as assigned. Sets up cases with proper instrumentation and supplies prior to start of case. Follows hospital policy for hand asepsis.

• Monitors and maintains integrity of sterile field. Assists in room monitoring of equipment, temperature, and humidity notifying circulating nurse to escalate the issue if indicated. Ensures proper patient body alignment during intra-operative phase by position monitoring checks e.g., feet, arms, etc. Precepts new staff as assigned and demonstrates sound clinical & positive interpersonal skills. Adheres to infection control practices. Demonstrates knowledge of safety policies and procedures.

• Contributes to productivity of the department by demonstrating effective time management. Expedites safe, rapid turnover of cases assisting with clean up and set up of new case. Accurately reports supplies used to ensure proper charging. Reports all problems or necessary changes to supervisor. Meets requirements of overtime, call changes and holiday coverage. Accepts call as assigned and is available within 30 minutes (or less).

• Contributes to the overall efficiency of the OR by performing routine tasks. Performs special assignments. Assists with general daily clean up of rooms, workroom, and central core.

Physical Demands

• Weight Lifted: Up to 50 lbs, Frequently 31-65% of time.

• Weight Carried: Up to 50 lbs, Frequently 31-65% of time.

• Vision: Heavy, Constantly 66-100% of time.

• Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Frequently 31-65%.

• Standing/Walking: Constantly 66-100%.

• Pushing/Pulling: Frequently 31-65%.

• Intensity of Work: Constantly 66-100%.

• Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding.

Working at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals.

NGHS: Opportunities start here.

Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.

About Us

Northeast Georgia Health System (NGHS) is a non-profit on a mission of improving the health of our community in all we do. Our team cares for more than 1 million people across the region through five hospitals and a variety of outpatient locations. Northeast Georgia Medical Center (NGMC) has campuses in Gainesville, Braselton, Winder, Dahlonega and Demorest – with a total of more than 850 beds and more than 1,200 medical staff members representing more than 60 specialties. Learn more at www.nghs.com.