Surgical Technologist

Regional One Health; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Regional One Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist to assist in preparing the operating room and providing intraoperative care. You will scrub in as second or third assistant, maintain sterile technique, and help with patient positioning, draping, and post-operative cleanup.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, CST certification, and completion of a CAAHEP-accredited program or equivalent. Active NBSTSA/NCCT certification is expected, with ongoing training to meet standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification required or maintained.
• Completion of a CAAHEP-accredited surgical technology program or equivalent.
• NBSTSA or NCCT certification required or in process.

Responsibilities

• Prepare operating room and equipment for procedures.
• Scrub in as second or third assistant as directed.
• Maintain sterile field and aseptic technique throughout procedures.
• Assist with patient positioning, draping and preparation.
• Assist with post-operative clean-up and restock of OR.
• Assist in coordinating supplies and equipment to avoid delays.
• Maintain records and comply with infection control and safety policies.

Skills

Sterile technique

Aseptic technique

Intraoperative patient care

Team coordination

Communication with surgical team

Counts of sponges and sharps

CPR/BLS readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

CAAHEP or equivalent accredited program

NBSTSA/NCCT certification

Tools

Surgical instruments

Surgical supplies

Sterile processing equipment

Job description

The Surgical Technologist assists in preparing the operating room and performing assigned support duties during operative procedures. The incumbent scrubs in the role of second or third assistant when directed.What you will doAssists in preparing the operating room, providing intraoperative care to patients and performing assigned support duties during operative procedures within established standards and practices. • Checks supplies/instrumentation and equipment needs for operative procedure and ensures they are working properly. • Provides sterile field. Maintains linen, supplies and instruments needed for successful completion of scheduled procedures. • Assists in the preparation, draping and positioning of patients for procedure. • Participates in the post-operative cleanup of the OR room and restock of surgical area.Scrubs and assists circulators under direct supervision of RN for operative procedures, including prepping and draping of the operative site as needed. • Assists surgical team during operative procedures as assigned and directed, following established standards and practices. • Assists in preparing patient or operative site. • Maintains and monitors aseptic technique throughout operative procedures. • Observes progress of procedure and anticipates patient needs and obtains supplies as to not delay progress surgery. • Scrubs in as second or third assistant when directed. Counts sponges and sharps with RN prior to surgery and before incision is closed. • Prepares sterile dressing and assists with the application of dressing and casts. • Assists in the preparation of operative specimens for analysis. • Participation in resuscitation procedures. • Demonstrates knowledge and skills to provide care, maintain clinical competency and meet age specific patient needs required within department.Works effectively with staff to coordinate and implement activities. Communicates surgeon's preferences to RN circulator and/or appropriate individuals and documents/updates on preference cards.Follows established organization and departmental policies and procedures. • Maintains required department records, reports and files for administrative and compliance purposes. • Adheres to established department policies, procedures, objectives, compliance and quality improvement with consideration given to risk management, infection control and patient safety practices. • Completes required continuous training and education, including department specific requirements.Assists with care and maintenance of department equipment and utilizes supplies in a cost effective manner. Reports malfunction of equipment to supervisor.Assists in the orientation of new staff members and students when they provide patient care, treatment and services as part of their training.Performs other duties as assigned or required.High School education or equivalent RequiredEffective July 1, 2003, the State of Tennessee requires surgical technologists to complete 15 CEs annually to remain qualified to practice as a Surgical Technologist. Certified Surgical Technologists are exempt from this requirement but must maintain active certification to continue employment with Regional One Health RequiredCertification as a Certified Surgical Technologist through The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT). Required orHave completed a program for surgical technology accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Educa1on Programs (CAAHEP); Required orHave completed an appropriate training program for surgical technologists in the armed forcer or at a CAAHEP accredited hospital or CAAHEP accredited ambulatory surgical treatment center program. For purposes of this chapter, “armed forcer: means the army, navy, air force, marine corps, coast guard, or public health service of the United States; Required orSuccessfully complete the surgical technologists NBSTSA certifying exam; Required andCurrent CPR/Basic Life Support certification RequiredEmployees may be grandfathered under TN Code Ann. 68-57-102(a) which states individuals who began training or was employed as a surgical technologist prior to May 21, 2007 for no less than eighteen (18) months in a hospital, medical office, surgery center, or school shall meet the requirements to function as a Surgical Technologist in the State of Tennessee.At least 1 year experience Experience in patient care as obtained through completion of an ORT or surgical technology program or related RequiredPhysical DemandsStanding - ConstantlyWalking - ConstantlySitting - RarelyLifting - OccasionallyCarrying - OccasionallyPushing - OccasionallyPulling - OccasionallyClimbing - OccasionallyBalancing - OccasionallyStooping - FrequentlyKneeling - FrequentlyCrouching - FrequentlyCrawling - OccasionallyReaching - OccasionallyHandling - ConstantlyGrasping - ConstantlyFeeling - ConstantlyTalking - ConstantlyHearing - ConstantlyRepetitive Motions - FrequentlyEye/Hand/Foot Coordination - FrequentlyRegional One Health is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer including veterans and people with disabilities.