Surg Tech (CST) | Operating Room | Full-Time Day Shift

Iredell Health System; Statesville (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Iredell Health System is seeking a Certified Surgical Technician (CST) for a full-time day shift with on-call duties. You will assist in the Operating Room under RN supervision and participate in patient care activities essential to surgical procedures.

Candidates should have an approved CST program, NBSTSA certification, and BCLS. On-call responsibilities and a sign-on bonus are offered with comprehensive benefits for eligible staff.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Surgical Technician program or military surgical tech program with HS diploma or GED.
• Current BCLS certification.
• Certified Surgical Technologist with NBSTSA.
• Thorough knowledge of surgical asepsis.
• Completes hospital/unit orientation with patient-care growth focus.

Responsibilities

• Provide care and treatment to patients in the Operating Room under RN direction.
• Access patient demographics and limited clinical information as needed.
• Handle access to medication storage areas excluding controlled substances as required.

Skills

BCLS certification

Surgical asepsis knowledge

Team orientated

Education

NBSTSA CST Certification

Approved Surgical Technicians program

Job description

Surgical Technician (CST) – Full-Time Day Shift with Call

Join our dedicated healthcare team as a Certified Surgical Technician, where you will play a vital role in supporting patient care in the Operating Room. We are committed to fostering a collaborative and supportive environment that values your skills and dedication. This full-time position offers a day shift schedule with on-call responsibilities, along with a sign-on bonus and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 6:30 AM- 7:00 pm (36 hours per week)

Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, the Surgical Technician (CST) provides care and treatment to patients in the Operating Room. This position may access patient demographics and limited clinical information related to the encounter. The Surgical Technician may also access medication storage areas, excluding controlled substances, as needed to perform job duties.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved program for Surgical Technicians or graduate of a military training program in surgical technology with a high school diploma or GED.
• Certification in BCLS.
• Current certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist with the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA).
• Possesses a thorough knowledge of principles and practice of surgical asepsis.
• Successful completion of a hospital and unit-specific orientation which includes age and population specific skills for the area of practice in which the CST will be working and addresses the growth and development needs for the patients for whom the CST will be providing care.

Physical Requirements:

• Must possess full range of body motion to pass a basic FIT test to include bending, stooping, standing and sitting for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 30 pounds.

Reports to:

Charge Nurse, Nurse Director, Assistant Nurse Director, Administrative Nurse Supervisor, Assistant Vice President of Nursing, and Vice President of Nursing.

We foster a collaborative and supportive work environment committed to excellence in patient care. Join us to be part of a team that values your skills and dedication, offering opportunities for ongoing education and career advancement.