Certified Surgical Technologist- Main OR- Weekends

WVU Medicine Berkeley and Jefferson Medical Centers; Martinsburg (WV); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in West Virginia is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist for weekend shifts in the Main Operating Room. This entry-level position involves assisting nursing care and surgical services under supervision. Responsibilities include maintaining sterile techniques, preparing surgical instruments, and assisting during surgeries. Candidates must complete a Surgical Technology Program and possess a high school diploma. The role offers a full-time schedule with 36 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Surgical Technology Program and surgical technologist certification required.
• Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes quality aseptic technique in the OR.
• Assists circulating RN in maintaining sterile field.
• Performs sponge, instrument, and needle counts.
• Prepares supplies and equipment for surgeries.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Surgical instrumentation knowledge

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Surgical Technology Program completion

Job description

Certified Surgical Technologist - Main OR - Weekends at WVU Medicine Berkeley and Jefferson Medical Centers

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Assists with nursing care and surgical services under direct supervision of the registered nurse and physician/surgeon.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of a Surgical Technology Program and surgical technologist certification required.
• Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year of prior scrub experience.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Utilizes quality aseptic technique when working in an unsterile or sterile role in the OR.
• Assists the circulating RN in monitoring technique of all persons in the OR to maintain a sterile field.
• Performs sponge, instrument, and needle counts with the circulating RN following established guidelines.
• Assists with gowning and gloving of surgeons and positioning equipment and instruments.
• Passes sterile instruments to the surgical team during a surgical procedure.
• Operates specialty equipment after receiving specific training.
• Assists with transportation and positioning of the patients.
• Prepares supplies and equipment for surgical procedures following preference cards, performing equipment checks as assigned.
• Assists with sterilization and maintenance of sterile and non‑sterile supplies and equipment.
• Monitors inventory; orders; and restocks supplies, instruments, and equipment.
• Removes out‑of‑date items and discards or reprocesses following established guidelines.
• Assists with the general cleaning duties of the department.
• Assists with clerical work, and record‑keeping duties including the gathering of indicator data such as frequency of events.
• Prepares and updates preference cards and instrument tray lists as directed.
• Assists with the proper recording of patient charges.

Physical Requirements

• Capable of prolonged periods of standing and walking.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and push/pull heavy loaded carts up to 200 pounds.
• Possess visual, hearing, and oral acuity along with manual dexterity and technical ability.
• Ability to wear lead for extended periods of time.

Working Environment

• May be exposed to communicable diseases.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to follow strict sterile technique.
• Ability to set up operating room with instruments and supplies for scheduled cases and pass to and from surgeon during procedures.
• Knowledge of and adherence to strict aseptic and sterile techniques.

Schedule

12 hours x 3; 7:00 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. – weekends
36 hours weekly

Position Details

Weekend shift (United States of America)
Non‑Exempt

Company

BMC Berkeley Medical Center

Cost Center: 72 BMC Nursing Operating Room

Address: 2500 Hospital Drive, Martinsburg, West Virginia

Job Details

Seniority Level: Entry Level
Employment Type: Full‑time
Job Function: Health Care Provider

Equal Opportunity Employer

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.