Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - Inpatient Surgery (OR) - Lourdes Hospital

Mercy Health; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Health in Paducah, KY is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist at Lourdes Hospital to support the operative team with sterile instruments and supplies. The role requires an Associate Degree, Vocational Certification, or Military Certificate in Surgical Technology, plus CST/ NBSTA / TS-C / NCCT certification.

BLS is preferred; one year perioperative experience is preferred. This is a fast-paced, team-based environment that emphasizes patient safety, aseptic technique, and high-quality

Qualifications

• Associates Degree, Vocational Certification, or Military Certificate in Surgical Technology (required)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association (preferred)
• Must be certified by CST/NBSTA/TS-C/NCCT ( TS-C not accepted for Cincinnati) (required)
• Registered CST with Virginia Board of Medicine (required if currently reside in Virginia)

Responsibilities

• 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

BLS – American Heart Association (preferred)

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) / NBSTA / TS-C / NCCT (required)

Registered CST with Virginia Board of Medicine (required if residing in VA)

Job description

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.

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 – Lourdes 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)

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission 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, HSA/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.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affiantive Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail]