Certified Surgical Technologist - Pediatrics - St. Christopher's Hospital for Children

Tower Health; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare system in Philadelphia is seeking a Surgical Technologist to assist in maintaining a safe operating room environment. The position requires attention to detail and strong interpersonal skills. Candidates should have completed a post high school diploma program and obtain BLS and CST certifications. This role involves handling surgical instruments and supporting the surgical team to ensure optimal patient safety during procedures.

Qualifications

• Completes and maintains all competencies and trainings as required for role.
• Must obtain CST certification within 6 months of graduation.

Responsibilities

• Ensure a safe operating room environment.
• Handle instruments, equipment, and supplies for procedures.
• Participate in counts of sponges, needles, and instruments.

Skills

Detail Oriented

Excellent Communications Skills

Excellent Interpersonal Skills

General Clerical Skills

Listening Skills

Multitasking

Strong Team Player

Education

Post High School Diploma Program

Tools

BLS Certification

Certified Surgical Tech (CST)

Job description

Job Summary

St. Christopher's Hospital for Children The Surgical Technologist works under the supervision of a surgeon, circulating Registered Nurse or other licensed practitioners, to help ensure that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. The surgical technologist handles instruments, equipment, and supplies necessary for the procedure, performing tasks that include but are not limited to performance of aseptic technique, setting up the sterile field, handing instruments/equipment to the surgeon, labeling medications on the back table, preparing sterile dressings, care of instruments, participating in sponge, needle and instrument counts and participating in the sign in, timeout and sign out for each procedure.

Qualifications

Education Requirements

• Completes and maintains all competencies and trainings as required for role.
• Post High School Diploma Program

Experience

• No Experience

Certification and Licensure

• BLS Certification
• Certified Surgical Tech (CST) through NBSTSA or NCCT (New grads must obtain within 6 months of graduation)

Required Skills

• Detail Oriented
• Excellent Communications Skills
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills
• General Clerical Skills
• Listening Skills
• Multitasking
• Strong Team Player

About St. Christopher's Hospital for Children

St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children, a partnership between Tower Health and Drexel University, is a 188-bed facility that provides exceptional care to children throughout the Greater Philadelphia area and surrounding counties.

St. Christopher's has more than 220 pediatric experts on staff, combining top-notch pediatric care with a wide array of pediatric specialties including Cardiology, Ear, Nose and Throat, Gastroenterology, Oncology, and Orthopedics. It houses the only Verified Pediatric Burn Center between New York City and Baltimore and is one of only three Level I Pediatric Trauma Centers in Pennsylvania. St. Christopher’s is a Magnet® designated hospital and was recognized as a Women’s Choice Award Best Children’s Hospital.

In addition to its main location in Philadelphia, the hospital has a growing network of primary and specialty care locations throughout the Philadelphia suburbs and New Jersey so your child's health conditions can be treated close to home.

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Overview

Tower Health, a regional healthcare system, serves communities across multiple counties in Pennsylvania. Its network includes Reading Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children (in partnership with Drexel University). Committed to academic medicine and training, Tower Health offers various programs, including residency and fellowship programs, the Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health, and the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences. Additionally, the system provides a wide range of healthcare services, such as Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing, home healthcare via Tower Health at Home, TowerDirect ambulance and emergency response, Tower Health Medical Group, Tower Health Providers (a clinically integrated network), and Tower Health Urgent Care facilities across its service area.