SCRUB TECH II - Full Time Day Shift

St. Joseph Hospital; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph Hospital in Bangor, ME is seeking a Surgical Technologist to assist the surgeon under supervision and maintain a sterile, safe operating room.

The role involves handling instruments, preparing the sterile field, passing tools, and training new staff while ensuring patient safety and compliant workflow.

Qualifications

• Education: Trade or Technical School (Certification or Diploma)
• Experience: 1 -3 years of previous experience
• Certification(s): CST Certification required, BLS is mandatory within three months

Responsibilities

• Assist in surgical procedures and maintain a sterile field and environment.
• Handle instruments, supplies and equipment needed during procedures and prep the suite.
• Scrub, gown, and glove self, surgeon and assistants; pass instruments to the surgeon.
• Perform appropriate counts with circulator prior to operating and before incision is closed; assist with terminal cleaning and prep for next patient.

Skills

CST Certification

BLS Certification

Education

Trade or Technical School (Certification or Diploma)

Job description

Job Summary

Per the standards set forth by the Association of Surgical Technologists, the Surgical Technologist (ST) works under the direct supervision of a surgeon to facilitate safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures. The ST is responsible for ensuring the operating room environment is safe, equipment functions properly, and the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. The ST handles instruments, supplies and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure. The technologist has an understanding of the procedure being performed and anticipates the needs of the surgeon. Duties of the technologist include, but are not limited to: checking supplies and equipment needed for a procedure; scrubs, gowns and gloves self, surgeon and assistants; performs appropriate counts with circulator prior to operating and before the incision is closed; assists in draping the sterile field; passes instruments to the surgeon during the procedure; maintains the highest standard of sterile technique; assists with terminal cleaning of room; cleans and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization and assist in prepping the surgical suite for the next patient. The ST is also responsible for working with new employees and students and help train them in the ST role. The ST is not permitted to function in the circulating nurse role.

Requirements

Education: Trade or Technical School (Certification or Diploma)

Experience: 1 -3 years of previous experience

Certification(s): CST Certification required, BLS is mandatory within three months

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Comp Range

$24.95 - $34.36

Rate of pay displayed reflects the beginning of the pay scale. At the time of an offer, determination of your offer will reflect your skills and experience as it relates to the position.

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