Night Shift On-Call- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

Marion Health; Marion (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Night Shift On-Call Certified Surgical Technologist to assist in surgical procedures and ensure patient care. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills, a certification in surgical technology, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Join a dedicated team committed to providing excellent patient care.

Qualifications

• Graduate from accredited Certified Surgical Technologist program.
• Current Certification as Surgical Technologist or obtain Certification within one year.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care at the surgical field.
• Assists the physician and other team members during surgical procedures.
• Maintains examination rooms and interacts with patients.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Customer Service

Infection Control

Computer Skills

Education

Certified Surgical Technologist

Job description

Night Shift On-Call- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

Marion Health · Operating Room

Full Time , Nights

Hours/Pay Period: 80

Additional Shift Details: yes

Posted 05/19/2025

Job Summary

This position provides direct patient care at the surgical field. This individual assists the physician, anesthesiologist and other team members during the surgical procedure, precertifications and prior authorizations for medications. Responsible for equipment, room preparation, maintaining and assuring sterile technique and proper patient positioning under the direction of the Registered Nurse. Under the direction of the practitioner, maintains examination rooms and back office area, interacts with patients, obtains clinical history and performs tests as directed by the practitioner. Performs other duties as assigned.

• Graduate from accredited Certified Surgical Technologist program.
• Current Certification as Surgical Technologist or obtain Certification within one year of employment.
• CPR certification or must obtain at next available class upon hire.

Preferred Job Requirements

• One year experience in hospital or related health care setting, including clinical educational experience.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

• Ability to read, write, and follow directions.
• Excellent communication skills to effectively and tactfully communicate with patients and their families and guests, co-workers, managers, providers and other hospital personnel on a one-to-one basis using appropriate grammar, vocabulary and word usage.
• Interpersonal skills necessary in order to carry out duties in a professional manner, as well as the ability to work well under stress.
• Developed computer skills and the ability to learn and proficiently perform patient care applications, echarting, email and other standards applications related to the department operations and job function.
• Excellent customer service skills with special emphasis on patient centered care.
• Ability to promote compassion and a therapeutic environment.
• Basic working understanding of the concepts of infection control principles to prevent the spread of infection to patients, self and others.
• Ability to react appropriately to any environment or situation.
• Ability manage several assignments simultaneously and appropriately prioritize based on caseload and patient needs.
• Ability to be discreet and protect the integrity of any confidential matter or information encountered during the performance of job duties.

Working Conditions

• Typical hospital clinical environment with frequent standing and walking.
• Work subject to interruptions.
• Risk of occupational exposure to blood and other potentially infectious, electrical and radiation hazards.
• Works with protected health information.
• Ability to work any shift, occasional extended hours, holidays and/or weekends based on the needs of the department.
• Available to take call at the surgeons request

Physical and Mental Activities, Tools and Equipment

• Standing, walking, stooping, bending, lifting, pushing and pulling to provide patient care and to utilize patient care devices necessary to perform duties in a safe manner.
• Uses computer and other standard office equipment.
• Uses patient care tools and equipment as they relate to area of clinical specialty.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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