Certified Surgical Technologist — Precise OR Prep & Support

McLeod Health; South Carolina; On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

McLeod Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist to support operative teams in a fast-paced perioperative environment in South Carolina. You will prepare and maintain sterile fields, ensure instrument readiness, and assist with patient positioning and draping under surgeon supervision.

The ideal candidate will have 0–3 years of experience, be a graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program, and possess NBSTSA certification.

Qualifications

• 0 to 3 years' experience
• Graduate of accredited Surgical Technology Program
• Certification through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)

Responsibilities

• Work under the supervision and delegator authority of a surgeon to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive and non-invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety.
• Ensures the availability and preparedness of OR rooms, supplies and equipment needed to support efficient and effective perioperative processes.
• Follows procedures regarding verification of medical implants.
• Responsible for having sterile instruments, sutures and equipment necessary for the surgical procedure, along with a working knowledge of each device.
• Verifies sterilization method – Steam/Sterrad; Inspects package integrity & verifies disposition of chemical indicators; checks instrument tray filters.
• Assist with positioning and prepping according to the standards of practice and policies and procedures of the department and the hospital.

Education

Graduate of accredited Surgical Technology Program

Job description

McLeod Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist to support operative teams in a fast-paced perioperative environment in South Carolina. You will prepare and maintain sterile fields, ensure instrument readiness, and assist with patient positioning and draping under surgeon supervision.

The ideal candidate will have 0–3 years of experience, be a graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program, and possess NBSTSA certification.