Surgical Technologist Position
Assignment Duration
This is a 13-week contract position.
Schedule
Shift: 11:00 AM - 11:30 PM, three 12-hour shifts per week, with a call requirement of one night per week and one weekend per month.
Job Description
The surgical technologist will fill a critical role in the Operating Room, demonstrating a solid understanding of surgical procedures and ensuring that all supplies and equipment are available and in working condition. This role requires anticipating the needs of the surgeon and maintaining a sterile environment throughout the procedure.
Responsibilities
- Demonstrate knowledge of surgical procedures and problem-solving abilities related to the surgical process.
- Verify items on the physician preference card and maintain accountability for supplies to ensure accurate patient billing.
- Utilize and assemble equipment and disposables properly, managing cleaning and sterilization processes.
- Maintain the sterile environment and monitor the sterile field, recognizing breaks in technique.
- Set up the sterile field efficiently, keeping accurate accounts of medications, sponges, instruments, and sharps per policy.
Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure
- 2+ years of experience as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - REQUIRED
- Level 2 Trauma Experience - REQUIRED
- Proficient in Orthopedic, Vascular, Neuro, General/Gynecological, and Urology procedures - REQUIRED
- Recent travel work experience is highly preferred
- Current skills checklist pertinent to the specialty (Operating Room) - REQUIRED
- 2 supervisory reference forms completed within the last two years - REQUIRED
- Active American Heart Association BLS Certification - REQUIRED
- Active NBSTSA Certification - REQUIRED
Why ARMStaffing?
At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:
- Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
- Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
- Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
- 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
- Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
- Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more
We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:
- SIA's Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms - 2019
- SIA's Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. - 2023
- Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley - 2022, 2023
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- We've earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!
Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency.