Surgical Tech: OR Support & Patient Care

Prisma Health; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Prisma Health in Greenville is seeking a Surgical Technologist to support care of patients of all ages before, during and after procedures as a key member of the surgical team. Responsibilities include prepping the OR, passing instruments, maintaining aseptic technique, assisting during operations and completing required annual ST education.

No prior experience required, but CST certification (NBSTSA or NCCT accepted if ST in SC before 2008) or current military ST training is preferred;

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a Surgical Technology program or Surgical Technologist training in the U.S. Armed Forces.
• Certification required: CST with NBSTSA or NCCT accepted if ST was employed as a ST in SC prior to Jan 1, 2008, or completed a ST military training program.
• In lieu of the above, must complete 15 hours annually of ST continuing education and meet the other grandfathering conditions.

Responsibilities

• Prepares for surgical procedures by collecting necessary supplies and instruments according to Surgeon Preference Card.
• Prepares the Operating Room for cases by opening sterile supplies, setting up table, arranging instruments and supplies according to type of case.
• Assists the surgical team during the operative procedure and maintains correct count of instruments, needles and sponges; handles specimens.

Skills

Surgical Procedures

Sterile Technique

Team Collaboration

Patient Safety

Education

Surgical Technology program

Military ST training

Job description

Prisma Health in Greenville is seeking a Surgical Technologist to support care of patients of all ages before, during and after procedures as a key member of the surgical team. Responsibilities include prepping the OR, passing instruments, maintaining aseptic technique, assisting during operations and completing required annual ST education.

No prior experience required, but CST certification (NBSTSA or NCCT accepted if ST in SC before 2008) or current military ST training is preferred;