Surgical Technologist

Reading Hospital; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Surgical Technologist to join their dynamic team. This role involves assisting the surgical team during procedures, ensuring sterile setups, and providing exceptional patient care. With a focus on collaboration and learning, you will be part of a facility renowned for its advanced surgical capabilities, including robotic surgery and minimally invasive procedures. Embrace the opportunity to grow in a supportive environment that values your contributions and offers a clinical ladder for advancement. If you're passionate about surgical care and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• At least one year of Surgical Technologist experience in acute care setting.
• BLS Certification and Certified Surgical Tech (CST) required.

Responsibilities

• Assists surgical team during operative procedures.
• Arranges and inventories sterile set-up for operations.

Skills

Excellent Communications Skills

Excellent Interpersonal Skills

Education

2 year/Associate Degree

Job description

Job Summary

• Assists surgical team during operative procedures.
• Arranges and inventories sterile set-up for operations, and hands items as needed to the operative team.
• Responsible for the provision of surgical care to meet identified patient outcomes, and to achieve the goals of the facility as directed by the Registered Nurse.

Qualifications

Education Requirements

• 2 year/Associate Degree - OR - combination of relevant education & experience may be considered in lieu of Associate Degree

Experience

• At least one year of Surgical Technologist experience in acute care setting

Certification and Licensure

• BLS Certification
• Certified Surgical Tech (CST) through NBSTSA or NCCT (New grads must obtain within 6 months of graduation)

Required Skills

• Excellent Communications Skills
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills

Overview

Reading Hospital is a Center for Bariatric Surgery, total joints, cardiac, DaVinci Robot, ENT, Ortho, GYN, Breast Stereotaxic program and a Level I Trauma Center caring for 17,000 patients undergoing surgical procedures each year. Reading Hospital has 24 operating rooms, 4 with hybrid capabilities, including robotic surgery. Advancements in spinal surgery including minimally invasive procedures along with Stealth guided navigation system for brain surgery and shunt placement are found in our ORs.

In Reading Hospital's Operating Room, a collaborative team environment is embraced, and you will have the opportunity to learn complex procedures in all specialties. Reading Hospital also offers a clinical ladder for Surgical Technologists.

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