Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - Inpatient Surgery - Kings Mills Hospital

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Health seeks a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) for the Kings Mills Hospital inpatient surgery department. The CST prepares sterile instruments, maintains aseptic technique, and supports the surgical team throughout operative procedures.

Education includes an Associates Degree, Vocational Certification, or Military Certificate in Surgical Technology, with CST/NCCT/NBSTA/TS-C certification required. BLS preferred; one year perioperative experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree, Vocational Certification, or Military Certificate in Surgical Technology (required).
• BLS certification preferred by American Heart Association.
• CST/NBSTA/TS-C/NCCT certification required or pending (per policy).
• One year perioperative or related military surgical technology experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides instruments and supplies to the surgical team during procedures and maintains aseptic technique.
• Prepares, maintains, and organizes sterile supplies and instruments for procedures.
• Assists with complete case preparation and adapts instruments and equipment as needed.
• Assists with pre- and post-procedure cleaning of the OR and instruments.
• Prepares and performs surgical skin prep and clipping as indicated.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Team collaboration

Education

Associates Degree in Surgical Tech

Vocational Certification in Surgical Tech

Military Certificate in Surgical Technology

Job description

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

32

Work Shift:

Days/Afternoons (United States of America)

Mercy Health

About Us

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - Kings Mills Hospital

Job Summary:

The Certified Surgical Technologist facilitates the operative or other invasive procedure by preparing and providing the required sterile instruments, supplies and equipment alongside the surgical team.

Essential Functions:

• Provides instruments and supplies to the surgical team during the procedure and maintains aseptic technique.
• Prepares, maintains, and organizes sterile supplies and instrument for the procedure.
• Provides complete case preparation with the ability to adapt of special instruments, supplies, and equipment.
• Assists with pre and post procedure cleaning of the operative room and instruments.
• Prepares and performs surgical skin prep and clipping as indicated by procedure.

Education:

• Associates Degree, Vocational Certification, or Military Certificate in Surgical Technology (required)

Licensure/Certification:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association (preferred)
• Must be certified by one of the following: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST), National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTA) or Tech in Surgery - Certified (TS-C)( TS-C is not accepted for Surgical Tech jobs in Cincinnati), National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) (required)
• Registered Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) with the Virginia Board of Medicine (required if currently reside in Virginia)

Experience:

• One year of perioperative, operating room, or related military surgical technology experience (preferred)

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being - personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department:

Inpatient Surgery - Kings Mills

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