Certified Surgical Technologist -Night Shift Exp Only

Marion County Public Health Department; Harris Township (PA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Certified Surgical Technologist, where you will play a crucial role in surgical procedures. This position requires specialized education and a commitment to maintaining a sterile environment while supporting surgeons and ensuring quality patient care. You will be part of a dedicated team in a recognized hospital that values excellence and provides opportunities for professional growth. With a focus on patient safety and effective communication, this role is ideal for those who thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative setting. If you are passionate about surgical technology and patient care, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health insurance

Continuing education support

Flexible scheduling

Employee wellness programs

Qualifications

• Current CST certification required; new graduates must obtain within 45 days.
• 0-2 years experience as CST; BLS certification mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the operating room and maintain sterile technique during procedures.
• Assist the surgical team by handling instruments and ensuring patient comfort.

Skills

Sterilization equipment usage

Surgical procedures knowledge

Effective communication

Decision-making under stress

Patient care empathy

Education

CST certification

BLS certification

NRP certification (for OB CST)

Tools

Surgical instruments

Sterilization equipment

Job description

Certified Surgical Technologist - Night Shift Exp Only

Date: Jan 31, 2025

Location: Indianapolis, IN, US, 46202

Organization: HHC

Sub-Division: Hospital

Schedule: Full Time

Shift: Days

Eskenazi Health serves as the public hospital division of the Health & Hospital Corporation of Marion County. Physicians provide a comprehensive range of primary and specialty care services at the 327-bed hospital and outpatient facilities both on and off of the Eskenazi Health downtown campus as well as at 10 Eskenazi Health Center sites located throughout Indianapolis.

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Job Role Summary

The Certified Surgical Technologist I (CST) is an individual with specialized education who handles instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary for surgical procedures; has an understanding of the procedures being performed and anticipates the needs of the surgeon; has the necessary knowledge and ability to ensure quality patient care during the operative phase; and is constantly on vigil for maintenance of the sterile field.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

1. Performs assigned surgical procedures and preparations in conjunction with the activities of the total surgical team.
2. Maintains sterile technique/environment.
3. Prepares operating room for surgical procedures with appropriate supplies, equipment, and instrumentation.
4. Ensures sterility of instruments and supplies.
5. Prepares/maintains/labels medication on the sterile field.
6. Provides for appropriate handling/labeling/disposition of surgical specimens.
7. Performs appropriate counts with circulating nurse.
8. Assists with patient positioning and positioning devices, and providing patient comfort measures.
9. Gowns and gloves self and other sterile personnel.
10. Prepares/maintains sterile field and drapes.
11. Handles, cares for, cleans, and passes instruments.
12. Assists/holds retractors or instruments as directed by the surgeon.
13. Accounts for all instrumentation.
14. Cleans and stocks room.

OB CST additional duties include:

1. Cleaning and restocking warmers, delivery tables, and LDR supplies.
2. Checking for outdated supplies before restocking.
3. Setting up ready rooms and stock rooms including linen, masks, boots, and hats.
4. Setting up infant warmers in OR.
5. Stocking epidural carts with supplies and check for outdated items.
6. Assisting RN in delivery room obtaining supplies and equipment.
7. Transporting surgical specimens to pathology per hospital policy.
8. Preparing instruments for processing.
9. Delivering and retrieving instrument carts to CSR.
10. Communicating with Clinical Manager supplies/instruments that need to be special ordered.
11. Placing foley/I&O cath.
12. Perform blood draw on adults.
13. Perform EKG on adults.
14. Perform Point of Care Testing including Accucheck, Urine dip stick, and UPT.
15. Weighing triage patients.
16. Taking vital signs on adults.
17. Placing EFM and Toco on patients with communication to charge/lead nurse.
18. Assist with labor positioning.
19. Taking vital signs on baby.
20. Obtaining length of baby.
21. Obtaining weight of baby.
22. Obtaining footprints of baby.
23. Performing heel sticks on baby (including serum bili & PKUs).
24. Performs ABRs.
25. Gives baby baths.

Job Requirements

1. Current CST certification through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA). New graduates must obtain CST certification within 45 days of their start date.
2. CSTs must complete continuing education credits for AST and NBSTSA recertification every 2-years.
3. 15 CEUs annual.
4. 0 to 2 years experience as CST.
5. Current BLS certification.
6. NRP Certification required for OB CST.
7. Member of Association of Surgical Technologists (AST) (preferred).

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

1. Skills in the use of sterilization equipment, highly technical surgical equipment, and accurate use and care of instrumentation.
2. Knowledge and application of anatomy/physiology as it applies to surgical procedures.
3. Knowledge of instruments/supplies/equipment required for surgical procedures.
4. Ability to identify/apply principles of asepsis, disinfection, sterilization, and environmental control.
5. Maintains an empathetic attitude toward patients.
6. Ability to make sound decisions during highly stressful situations, anticipate/prioritize to maintain proficient performance.
7. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and written.
8. Ability to follow exact specifications, and oral/written instructions.
9. Ability to concentrate and exhibit continuous attention/perception during surgery-related tasks.
10. Knowledge and skills to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served.
11. Must be able to help evacuate patients via stairwells.
12. Ability to maintain visualization of instrumentation, equipment, supplies and items on sterile field in dimly lit environment.

Accredited by The Joint Commission and named one of the nation’s 150 best places to work by Becker’s Hospital Review for four consecutive years and Forbes list of best places to work for women, and Forbes list of America’s best midsize employers, Eskenazi Health’s programs have received national recognition while also offering new health care opportunities to the local community.