Surgical I Technologist- ME Operating Room

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation in Memphis, Tennessee is seeking a skilled Surgical Technologist. You will assist the surgical team during operations by arranging and maintaining a sterile environment and providing intraoperative care. The role requires significant knowledge and certification in surgical technology.

The ideal candidate will hold current NCC certification and must complete 15 hours of continuing education annually. Join a dedicated team committed to supporting optimal surgical outcomes.

Qualifications

• Current National Certification as a surgical technologist.
• Completion of a CAAHEP accredited surgical technology program.
• 15 hours of continuing education annually.

Responsibilities

• Assists in performance of procedures for surgical patients.
• Provides intraoperative care and utilizes equipment.
• Participates in ongoing educational activities.

Skills

Technical accountability

Intraoperative care

Computer literacy

Education

Completion of CAAHEP accredited program

National Certification by NBSTSA

Job description

Overview

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.

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.

Requirements, Preferences and Experience

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• 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.
• 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.

Licensure, Registration, Certification

Minimum: BLS certification within 14 days of hire date

Special Skills

Minimum: Computer literacy.

Training

Minimum: 15 hours of continuing education annually