Surgical Tech - Certified Surg Tech

Cynet HealthStaff; Sitka (AK); On-site; USD 39,000 - 61,000; Part time

Job summary

Cynet HealthStaff is seeking a certified Surgical Technician for a 13-week assignment in Sitka, Alaska. The role supports operating room teams by preparing sterile instruments, assisting surgeons, and maintaining patient safety under nurse supervision.

Candidates must hold CST and current BLS certification, with at least one year of experience. The position is daytime, Tuesday through Friday, and involves 10-hour shifts.

Qualifications

• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification required.
• Current BLS certification required.
• One year of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Scrubs in on surgical procedures under nurse supervision.
• Prepare sterile table with instruments, equipment, supplies, and medications/solutions.
• Monitor sterility of materials and assist with instrument handling and room setup.
• Assist in equipment cleaning and terminal sterilization as needed.
• Participate in committee work and help with policy/procedure improvements.

Skills

Surgical Technologist

Job description

Surgical Tech - Certified Surg Tech

Profession: Nursing

Specialty: Surgical Technologist

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Day shift Tuesday - Friday

Hours per Shift: 10 hours

Experience: 1 year

License: Not specified

Certifications: Surgical Technologist Certification (CST), Current BLS certification

Must-Have: CST and BLS certifications

Description:Scrubs in on surgical procedures under professional nurse supervision for various advanced and complex types of surgeries.Anticipates the surgeon’s preference for certain materials or instruments and responds to these preferences in advance.Updates the nurse as necessary based on the continuing assessment of equipment needs and physician preferences.Demonstrates sound clinical judgment and adaptability to changing patient needs.Sets up a sterile table with instruments, equipment, supplies, and medications/solutions needed for surgical procedures.Takes apart and reassembles any instrument or piece of equipment that requires cleaning.Prepares instruments for terminal sterilization.Monitors supplies and instruments to ensure sterility of materials used, furthering the quality assurance of patient care.Inventories and monitors assigned service supplies and orders as needed.Develops and implements educational programs and learning aids for the area or department.Provides input regarding the need for changes in policies, procedures, and patient care standards.Serves as backup for emergency cases that may require two surgical technicians.Participates in assigned committees.Handles additional duties as assigned.