Surgical I Technologist

Baptist; Southaven (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist is seeking a Surgical Technologist to assist the surgical team with sterile setup, passing instruments, and intraoperative support. The role involves preparing the surgical suite, moving patients, and supporting safe operations for optimal patient outcomes.

The position requires NBSTSA CST certification or equivalent training, with adherence to TN CE requirements. Ongoing education and procedural compliance are emphasized in this role.

Qualifications

• Must hold NBSTSA CST certification or equivalent training.
• Completion of a CAAHEP-accredited surgical technology program or approved military training.
• State TN CE requirements after July 1, 2013 (15 CEs annually) for BMHCC.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgical team by arranging sterile setup and passing items as needed.
• Assist in preparation of surgical suite and moving patients.
• Provide intraoperative care and utilize equipment based on patient needs.
• Demonstrate technical accountability and complete assigned goals.
• Participate in ongoing educational activities.

Skills

Computer literacy

Education

NBSTSA CST certification or equivalent

Job description

Assists surgical team during operation/procedure by arranging, inventoring and maintaining sterile set up for operation, and passes items as needed. Assists in preparation of surgical suite, moving patients, and in cleaning. Provides aid in exposure, homeostasis, and other technical functions that will help the surgeon carry out safe operation with optimal results for the patient. Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Population Served

Job Responsibilities

• Assists in performance of procedures for the surgical patient in a manner consistent with established policies and procedures.
• Assists in providing intraoperative care.
• Safely and adequately provides and utilizes equipment and supplies based on patient needs.
• Performs activities that demonstrate technical accountability.
• Participates in ongoing educational activities.
• Completes assigned goals.

Specifications

Experience

Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired

Education

Holds a current National Certification established by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) as a surgical technologist. OR Must demonstrate education and training through one of the following methods under TN Code Ann. 68-57-101(a).- Completion of a CAAHEP accredited program in surgical technology.- Completion of an appropriate training program for surgical technologists in the armed forces, CAAHEP accredited hospital, or CAAHEP accredited ambulatory surgical treatment cancer program; OR Successfully completed the surgical technologists NBSTSA certifying exam OR Grandfathered under TN Code Ann. 68-57-102(a). - Prior to July 1, 2006, was employed for not less than 18 months as a surgical technologist in a hospital, medical office, surgery center, or school; or began training to be a surgical technologist in an accredited surgical technology program. Please note: Effective July 1, 2013, the State of Tennessee requires surgical technologists to complete 15 CEs annually to remain qualified for employment at BMHCC. Certified surgical technologists are exempt from the new requirement, but they must maintain a current and active national CST certification from NBSTSA.

Training

Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired

Special Skills

Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired Computer literacy.

Licensure

Description Minimum Required Preferred/Desired BLS certification within 14 days of hire date