Scrub Tech - Full Time - 7A-3P

Broadlawns Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement (IPERS)

Education Assistance

Health & Wellness

PTO

Free Parking

Health Insurance

Supplemental Insurance

529 College Savings Plan

Job summary

Broadlawns Medical Center in Des Moines, IA seeks a Certified Surgical Technician to assist the surgical team, prepare the sterile field, pass instruments, and support patient care across ages under the supervision of a staff nurse.

Must hold CST certification or equivalent, have Basic Life Support, and commit to a team-based, confidentiality-conscious environment with regular shift 7:00am–3:30pm and occasional call.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification as CST (Certified Surgical Technologist) or equivalent.
• Basic Life Support Certification.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a surgical team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation and setup of sterile fields for surgical procedures.
• Pass instruments, sponges, and supplies during operative procedures.
• Maintain correct counts of instruments and supplies used in surgery.
• Support team in patient care and confidentiality.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CST certification or equivalent

Basic Life Support Certification

Job description

Certified Surgical Technician

Assists with basic nursing care and preparation of surgical patients of all ages under the direct supervision of the staff nurse assigned. Assists in identifying patient needs based on age specific data. Selects appropriate instruments and supplies and sets up tables as required for specific operations. Prepares and maintains the sterile field for all surgical procedures. Prepares and passes instruments, sponges, and supplies needed in the operative procedure and maintains a correct count. Functions as a member of the sterile team. Performs other duties as assigned.

Schedule & Work Shift

Generally Monday–Friday, 7:00am–3:30pm. Call hours required. Work Shift: 7a.m.–3p.m. (United States of America).

Performance Standards

• Provides team support services and demonstrates technical functions in a cost‑effective, skillful manner that results in team, physician and patient satisfaction.
• Completes and maintains all yearly competency monitors and mandatory training within the defined time frame (i.e., safety, annual in‑services, corporate compliance, confidentiality, HIPAA).
• Consistently attends unit meetings.
• Demonstrates an ability to remain calm and productive in a fast‑paced, stressful environment.
• Compliant with patient confidentiality standards.
• Successful completion of Nursing Services and in‑service requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certification as a CST (Certified Surgical Technologist) or equivalent education/experience.
• Ability to successfully complete Basic Life Support Certification.
• Consistently works as a team member and communicates effectively.

Benefits (FT/PT)

• Retirement – IPERS
• Education Assistance
• Employee Health & Wellness
• PTO
• Free Parking
• Health Insurance
• Supplemental Insurance
• 529 College Savings Plan
• And more!

Equal Opportunity Employer

Broadlawns Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.