Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - OR

LifePoint Health; Johnstown (Cambria County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading health system in Johnstown, PA as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST). In this full-time role, you will assist with patient care in surgical settings, ensuring the application of sterile techniques and providing crucial support during procedures. We offer competitive benefits including a sign-on bonus of up to $10,000 and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) benefits

401K plan for full-time employees

Competitive Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Maintains ST certification and CPR certification.
• 30 hrs of relevant continuing education every 2 years.

Responsibilities

• Provides care to patients from infancy to geriatrics.
• Functions in a 1st or 2nd scrub role or as a Circulating Assistant.
• Provides on call and weekend coverage.

Skills

Sterile and aseptic technique

Human anatomy knowledge

Education

Graduate of a school for surgical technology

NCCT Certification

Job description

Job Description - Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - OR (7479-9978)

Job Description

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - OR - 7479-9978

Description

Sign on Bonus: Up to $10,000

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Conemaugh Health System, of Duke LifePoint Healthcare, is the largest healthcare provider in west central Pennsylvania, serving over a half-million patients each year through the Conemaugh Physician Group and Medical Staff, a network of hospitals, specialty clinics and patient focused programs. Conemaugh Health System employs over 5,000 clinical and non-clinical staff, and over 450 physicians committed to providing the ideal patient experience.

Where We Are:

The city of Johnstown is home to high-performing schools and safe, affordable neighborhoods that make working, living, and raising a family special. There are many opportunities for educational advancement including the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown, Saint Francis University, and Mount Aloysius College.

Why Choose Us:

Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees

Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees

Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance

Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants

Professional Development and Growth Opportunities

And much more…

Position Summary:

Under direction of the Nurse Manager/RN, and in collaboration with other team members, the Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) will provide care to all patients from infancy thru geriatrics. Functions in a 1st or 2nd scrub role, or as a Circulating Assistant. Possesses expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique and combines the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures and implementation tools and technologies to facilitate a physician’s performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures. Routinely provides “on call” and weekend coverage to insure timely service to all patients and customers.

EEOC Statement:

Conemaugh Health System is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Required: Graduate of a school for surgical technology and maintains ST certification. National Certification (NBSTA) (NCCT) is required upon date of hire. National Certification is maintained and proof of 30 hrs of relevant continuing education every 2 years. Certification in NCCT with annual recertification. CPR certification.

Preferred: Employed in a 1st and 2nd scrub role on or before 12/29/20 OR employed at another healthcare facility in the 2 years prior to 12/29/20

Job

Job

OR Support Staff

Primary Location

Primary Location

Pennsylvania-Johnstown

Schedule

Schedule

Full-time