Surgical Technologist

Northside Hospital Inc.; Cumming (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Northside Hospital Inc. is seeking a Surgical Technologist to assist during surgical procedures, managing instruments and supplies to support the surgical team. The role emphasizes patient safety and quality care throughout the procedure and turnover process.

The ideal candidate has completed an accredited surgical technology program and holds BLS certification, with preferred CST or TS-C certifications. This position supports neonatal through geriatric patient care across multiple service lines.

Qualifications

• Graduate must complete an accredited surgical technology program.
• BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Handle instruments, supplies and equipment during surgical procedures.
• Contribute to patient safety and quality of care during and turnover of surgeries.
• Specialize in multiple surgical service lines and support care for neonate to geriatric patients.

Skills

BLS Certification

Education

Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program

Job description

Overview

Northside Hospital is award-winning, state-of-the-art, and continually growing. Constantly expanding the quality and reach of our care to our patients and communities creates even more opportunity for the best healthcare professionals in Atlanta and beyond. Discover all the possibilities of a career at Northside today.

Responsibilities

The surgical technologist handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure. Helps to ensure patient safety and quality of care by performing various tasks and duties that provide technical assistance and support to medical/surgical staff and personnel during and in the turnover of surgical procedures. Specializes in multiple surgical services lines and potentially works with neonates, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES/LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION REQUIRED

• Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program.
• Visual color acuity screening depending on the role in specific units.
• Must hold American Heart Association’s Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS).

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES/LICENSE OR CERTIFICATION PREFERRED

• Certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or Technologist in Surgery- Certified (TS-C) through the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)

Work Hours:

7AM-3PM