Certified Surgical Technologist Resource Specialist

Kootenai Hospital; Coeur d'Alene (ID); Hybrid; USD 58,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan

Shift differentials

Wellness program

Employee discounts

Job summary

Kootenai Health in Idaho is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist Resource Specialist to lead and support the assigned specialty in the Operating Room. This role ensures surgeons have necessary resources and acts as a primary contact for the team.

The position emphasizes precepting staff, budgeting input, and maintaining high standards of patient care. Strong CST and BLS are required, with potential outside-hours work.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a Surgical Technologist program or 2 years' OR experience as a Surgical Scrub Tech/LPN or military training required.
• 2 years’ OR experience preferred.
• Surgical Technician Certification (CST) and BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the first primary contact for the needs of the surgeons within the assigned specialty.
• Ensure all necessary resources (supplies, implants, equipment, and instrumentation) are available for all scheduled procedures within the assigned specialty.
• Serve as the primary contact with vendor representatives.
• Participate in annual operating and capital budgeting specific to assigned specialty.
• Serve as a preceptor to co-workers new to the specialty.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Surgical Technologist

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Education

Surgical Technologist program

LPN or military training

Tools

CST Certification

BLS

Job description

Certified Surgical Technologist Resource Specialist

• Facility Kootenai Health
• Department Perioperative Services - Operating Room
• Schedule/Shift/Hours Full Time - Variable

Certified Surgical Technologist Resource Specialist

Position Summary In addition to normal Scrub Tech duties, serves as the primary resource, support and leader for the assigned specialty.

Responsibilities

• Serves as the first as primary contact for the needs of the surgeons within the assigned specialty
• Ensures all necessary resources (supplies, implants, equipment, and instrumentation) are available for all scheduled procedures within the assigned specialty
• Serves as the primary contact with vendor representatives
• Participates in both annual operating and capital budgeting specific to assigned specialty
• Serves as a preceptor to co-workers new to the specialty
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
• Competent to meet age specific needs of the unit assigned

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications

• Successful completion of a Surgical Technologist program or 2 years' experience in an operating room as a Surgical Scrub Tech and/or LPN or military training required
• 2 years’ experience in an operating room preferred
• Surgical Technician Certification (CST)
• BLS required
• Strong interpersonal skills and professionalism are imperative to success
• May be required to work outside of normally scheduled hours

Working Conditions

• Exposure to needles, blood and body fluids, etc
• Must be able to assist in patient transfer
• Must be able to maintain a standing position
• Must be able to reach arms above or below shoulder height
• Typical equipment used in a clinical job

About Kootenai Health:

Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider.

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:

• Comprehensive medical coverage, including fully employer‑paid options for eligible full‑time employees, plus affordable plans for part‑time staff.Benefits begin on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Dental, vision, life, and pet insurance, with telemedicine and wellbeing resources available to all employees
• Tuition assistance after 90 days to support your professional growth
• Retirement plans with pre‑tax and Roth options and employer matching from 3%–6%
• Competitive pay, plus night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials
• Award‑winning wellness program with coaching, financial wellness resources, and free or discounted access to fitness centers and premium wellbeing apps
• PerkSpot discountsproviding access to thousands of exclusive deals in over 25 categories
• And an employee referral bonus program

We comply with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex. We do not exclude people or treat them differently because of race, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or sex.

A variety of medical, dental, and vision insurance plans are available to both full and part-time employees, with some available at no cost to the employee. In addition, benefit-eligible employees also gain access to the following:

• Tuition assistance and career development programs
• Robust Retirement Plan
• Night, weekend and PRN shift differentials
• Employee referral bonus program

What makes a successful employee at Kootenai Health?