CST, Cardiovascular-Thoracic

Phoebe Putney Health System; Albany (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoebe Putney Health System in Albany, GA is seeking a skilled Surgical Technologist to assist in the operating room under RN and physician supervision. Responsibilities include preparing sterile fields, pulling cases per surgeon cards, passing instruments, and maintaining knowledge of procedures.

Requires CST certification and BLS; vocational/technical degree in Surgical Technology. 3–4 years cardiovascular/thoracic experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Vocational/Technical degree in Accredited Surgical Technology Program is required.
• 3–4 years Cardiovascular/Thoracic Surgical Technologist experience is preferred.
• Certified Surgical Technologists (CST) and Basic Life Support (BLS) certifications are required.

Responsibilities

• The CST will prepare and assist with surgical procedures in collaboration with Registered Nurse.
• Pull cases according to doctor preference cards.
• Maintain and prepare sterile field.
• Maintain knowledge of surgical procedures.
• Anticipate needs of surgeon.
• Assist surgeon by passing instruments, sutures, etc.
• Develops an individualized plan with strategies that address diagnoses.
• Provides for continuity through a plan that directs other members of the team.
• Implements the plan in a safe and timely manner.
• Documents implementation and includes changes or omissions of the identified plan.
• Consults with healthcare providers and makes referrals as appropriate.
• Utilizes appropriate community resources and systems to implement the plan.
• Treats patients and families with compassion and implements plan of care.
• Bases care decisions on plan of care.
• Monitors and documents patient response.
• Establishes rapport with clients. Adapts communication style, listens and responds to patient needs.
• Recognizes age-specific responses to treatment. Provides effective interventions.
• Respects patients confidentiality and privacy.
• Supports social, spiritual, and cultural needs of patients and families.
• Manages difficult or emotional patient situations.
• Adheres to attendance guidelines.
• Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures.

Skills

Surgical technology

Education

Vocational / Technical Degree in Accredited Surgical Technology Program

Job description

Job Summary

Provide technical services under supervision of Registered Nurse and Physician. Assist in operating room as assigned and directed. May work in Central Sterile Processing and work under job duties of Central Sterile Processing Technician.

Qualifications

Vocational / Technical Degree in Accredited Surgical Technology Program (Required)

Work Experience

3 - 4 years Cardiovascular / Thoracic Surgical Technologist experience ; (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

• Certified Surgical Technologists (CST)
• Basic Life Support (BLS)

Essential Functions

CST RESPONSIBILITIES

• The CST will prepare and assist with surgical procedures in collaboration with Registered Nurse.
• Pull cases according to doctor preference cards.
• Maintain and prepare sterile field.
• Maintain knowledge of surgical procedures.
• Anticipate needs of surgeon.
• Assist surgeon by passing instruments, sutures, etc.

CARE PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTATION

• Develops an individualized plan with strategies that address diagnoses.
• Provides for continuity through a plan that directs other members of the team.
• Implements the plan in a safe and timely manner.
• Documents implementation and includes changes or omissions of the identified plan.
• Consults with healthcare providers and makes referrals as appropriate.
• Utilizes appropriate community resources and systems to implement the plan.

CARE PROCESSES

• Treats patients and families with compassion and implements plan of care.
• Bases care decisions on plan of care.
• Monitors and documents patient response.
• Establishes rapport with clients. Adapts communication style, listens and responds to patient needs.
• Recognizes age-specific responses to treatment. Provides effective interventions.
• Respects patients confidentiality and privacy.
• Supports social, spiritual, and cultural needs of patients and families.
• Manages difficult or emotional patient situations.

Additional Duties

• Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines.
• Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization.
• Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures.
• Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs).
• Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time.
• Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs.
• For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills.
• Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.