Surgical Technician PRN

Summit Surgical; Hutchinson (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Surgical is seeking a Surgical Technician to support operations by preparing the OR, sterilizing instruments, and assisting the surgical team to maintain a safe and efficient environment.

You will collaborate with surgeons, nurses, and anesthesiologists, ensure accurate counts, manage supplies, and help with patient positioning and aseptic practices throughout procedures.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program preferred.
• Certification as a Surgical Technician (CST) by a recognized certifying body preferred.
• Experience in an operating room setting preferred.
• Strong knowledge of surgical instruments and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the operating room by setting up instruments, equipment, and supplies.
• Sterilize instruments and equipment and ensure readiness for use.
• Pass instruments, sponges, and sutures during surgery.
• Maintain a sterile field and follow aseptic protocols and infection control guidelines.
• Assist in patient preparation, positioning, draping, and preoperative care as needed.
• Handle and label specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Monitor and manage inventory of surgical supplies and equipment.
• Assist in postoperative cleaning and restocking of the operating room.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
• Maintain accurate procedure records including counts of sponges, needles, and instruments.
• Adhere to hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory guidelines.

Skills

Surgical instruments knowledge

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Effective communication

Education

Accredited surgical technology program

CST certification (NBSTSA)

Job description

Job Summary:

The Surgical Technician will assist in surgical operations, ensuring that the operating room is prepared and that procedures run smoothly and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

• Preparation: Prepare the operating room by setting up surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies.
• Sterilization: Ensure all surgical instruments and equipment are properly sterilized and ready for use.
• Assistance: Assist the surgical team by passing instruments, sponges, and sutures during surgery.
• Environment Maintenance: Maintain a sterile field and ensure adherence to aseptic techniques and infection control protocols.
• Patient Care: Assist in preparing patients for surgery, including positioning, draping, and providing preoperative care as needed.
• Specimen Handling: Handle and label specimens taken for laboratory analysis.
• Inventory Management: Monitor and manage the inventory of surgical supplies and equipment, ensuring availability and proper functioning.
• Postoperative Care: Assist in cleaning and restocking the operating room after procedures.
• Collaboration: Work closely with surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated patient care.
• Documentation: Assist in maintaining accurate and detailed records of the surgical procedure, including counts of sponges, needles, and instruments.
• Compliance: Adhere to all hospital policies, procedures, and regulations, as well as state and federal guidelines.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program preferred.
• Certification: Certification as a Surgical Technician (CST) by a recognized certifying body (e.g., NBSTSA) preferred.
• Experience: Previous experience as a surgical technician in an operating room setting preferred.
• Skills: Strong knowledge of surgical instruments and procedures, excellent attention to detail, ability to work under pressure, and effective communication skills.
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and move patients and surgical equipment as necessary, prolonged periods of standing and walking, ability to handle physical and emotional stress.

Work Schedule:

Regular schedule is based on patient volume and surgical schedule. Schedule is set by the Nursing Management prior to shift’s start.