First Assist Certified Surgical Tech - PRN

Medical University of South Carolina; Columbia (SC); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina is looking for a Certified Surgical Tech to prepare sterile supplies and assist in surgical procedures. The role requires a strong understanding of surgical processes and the ability to work autonomously in a high-pressure environment.

Candidates must hold a Certified Surgical Technologist credential, have at least 2 years of operating room experience, and maintain a valid CPR certification. The position demands effective communication skills and a commitment to patient safety and care.

Qualifications

• Incumbent must hold and maintain the Certified Surgical Technologist credential.
• 2-year experience as an operating room technician required.
• Current CPR card (BLS or Professional Rescuer).

Responsibilities

• Prepare sterile supplies and equipment for surgical procedures.
• Ensure effective communication within surgical team.
• Maintain the safety and integrity of the sterile field.

Skills

Surgical procedures knowledge

Sterile techniques

Patient care

Effective communication

Education

2-year Associate’s degree or 4-year Bachelor’s degree

Certified Surgical Technologist credential

Job description

Job Description Summary

Under the supervision of the Nurse Manager, the Certified Surgical Tech follows established procedural guides in the preparation of sterile supplies and equipment used in the surgical procedures, performs appropriate room duties involved with direct patient care, and functions autonomously as a member of the operating room team. Demonstrates knowledge and skills required to provide care and/or service appropriate to the level of development of patients, with consideration of the needs of patients’ families. In collaboration with the surgical team, and under the direction and supervision of a physician, assumes responsibility for the care and safety of the patients, instrumentation, supplies, and equipment during the surgical procedure. Additionally, assumes responsibility for ensuring effective communication with the circulator, charge nurse, the patient, the surgeon, anesthesia in other hospital departments. Responsible for integrity, safety, and efficiency of the sterile field. Assists in the care of sterile supplies and equipment. Provides aid in exposure, hemostasis, closure and other intraoperative technical functions that help the surgeon carry out a safe operation. Performs additional duties as directed by the Nurse Manager.

Required License, Certification and Registration

Incumbent must hold and maintain the Certified Surgical Technologist credential administered by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting, (formerly LCC-ST). A current CPR card is required; either an American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers card or an American Red Cross Professional Rescuer card required.

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements

2-year Associate’s degree or 4-year Bachelor’s degree with specialized training in surgical processes, anatomy, instrumentation and/or equipment through an accredited school of Surgical Technology or appropriate training program for surgical technology through the United States military or the United States Public Health System. Certification required. Two years of operating room technician experience required.

Physical Requirements

Ability to perform job functions while standing (continuous); while sitting (continuous); while walking (continuous); to climb stairs (infrequent); to work indoors (continuous); to work outside in temperature extremes (infrequent); to work from elevated areas (frequent); to work in confined/cramped spaces (frequent); to perform job functions from kneeling positions (infrequent); to bend at the waist (continuous); to twist at the waist (frequent); to squat and perform job functions (frequent); to perform “pinching” operations (frequent); to perform gross motor activities with fingers and hands (continuous); to perform firm grasping with fingers and hands (continuous); to perform fine manipulation with fingers and hands (continuous); to reach overhead (frequent); to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders (continuous); to fully use both legs (continuous); to use lower extremities for balance and coordination (frequent); to reach in all directions (continuous); to lift and carry 50 lbs. unassisted (infrequent); to lift/lower objects 50 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted (infrequent); to lift from 36