CST Labor & Delivery Nights

Phoebe Putney Health System; Albany (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoebe Putney Health System is looking for a Surgical Technologist in Albany, Georgia, to provide technical services under the supervision of Registered Nurses and Physicians. Responsibilities include aiding in surgical procedures, ensuring a sterile environment, and supporting the surgical team throughout various operations.

The ideal candidate will hold a Vocational/Technical Degree in an Accredited Surgical Technology Program, with preference given to those with experience in surgical technology and specific certifications like CST and BLS. This role requires compassion, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with healthcare teams effectively.

Qualifications

• Vocational / Technical Degree in Accredited Surgical Technology Program is required.
• 0 - 1 year Surgical technologist experience is preferred.
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and assist with surgical procedures in collaboration with Registered Nurse.
• Maintain and prepare sterile field for surgeries.
• Monitor and document patient responses during care.

Skills

Surgical technologist experience

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

Education

Vocational / Technical Degree in Accredited Surgical Technology Program

Job description

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.

Description

• Qualifications: Vocational / Technical Degree in Accredited Surgical Technology Program (Required)
• Work Experience: 0 - 1 year Surgical technologist experience (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

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

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.