Surgical Resource Technologist

Indiana University Health System; Carmel (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

IU Health North Hospital is seeking motivated Certified Surgical Technologists to join a fast-paced surgical unit with a robotic program and diverse specialties. The role focuses on ensuring proper equipment, assisting in the OR, and supporting the surgical team across orthopedics, general surgery, colorectal, urology, gynecology and cancer care.

This full-time night shift position requires NBSTSA certification, BLS, CEUs, and at least 1 year of experience, with a strong emphasis on sterile

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• NBSTSA-certified Surgical Technologist required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• 17 continuing education units annually required.
• Completion of Perioperative Services Preceptor class and/or 4 precepting eLMS modules or facility-based preceptor training.
• Minimum of 1 year experience as a Skilled Technologist or relevant experience.
• Knowledge of surgical instruments and equipment used in cases.
• Ability to support teams using advanced operating room technology.
• Strict adherence to sterile field policies and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist before, during, and after surgical procedures.
• Ensure proper presence and arrangement of surgical equipment and instrumentation in the operating room.
• Assist the surgeon in the operating room as allowed by standards.
• Turnover the operating room after procedures and process specimens, equipment, and supplies.
• Work as a member of the surgical team with surgeons, anesthesiologists, RNs, and other OR staff.

Skills

Surgical instrument knowledge

Patient safety focus

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma/GED

NBSTSA Certified Surgical Technologist

Job description

IU Health North Hospital is a cutting-edge, fast-paced facility that provides exceptional care to both adult and pediatric populations. Our surgical unit is equipped with advanced technology, including a robust robotic program, and offers a diverse range of procedures in a collaborative, team-oriented environment. We are a comprehensive hospital providing multiple specialties such as orthopedics, general surgery, colorectal, urology, gynecology and cancer care.

We are seeking motivated CST's to join our dynamic team and contribute to delivering outstanding patient care. If you're passionate about working in an innovative, high-energy setting focused on patient comfort and excellence, we would be thrilled to have you join us!

This is a full time night shift role.

Surgical Skilled Technologists provide service and support before, during, and after surgical procedures. Assists in ensuring the presence and proper arrangement of surgical equipment, supplies and instrumentation in the operating room prior to each operation. Provides assistance to the surgeon in the operating room as allowed by professional and legal standards. Assists in the turnover of the operating room after the procedure ensuring proper routing and/or processing of all specimens, equipment, instrumentation and supplies. Works as a member of the surgical team with surgeons, anesthesiologists, registered nurses, and other surgical personnel.

• Requires a High School Diploma/GED.
• Requires certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist obtained from the NBSTSA.
• Requires Basic Life Support Certification.
• Requires 17 continuing education units annually.
• Requires successful completion of Perioperative Services Preceptor class and/or completion of 4 precepting eLMS modules and/or facility based preceptor training.
• Requires a minimum of 1 year experience in the Skilled Technologist role or relevant experience.
• Must be able to resource to other staff who are utilizing advanced technology in cases, including knowledge of the types of instruments utilized, what cases utilize different technologies, etc.
• Requires knowledge of name and function of surgical equipment and instrumentation.
• Requires strict adherence to policies and regulations regarding maintenance of sterile field.
• Requires completion of application and recommendations as prescribed in Advancement Process.