Surgical Technologist: Aseptic Master & OR Support

Atrium Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Surgical Technologist to support the operating room by maintaining sterile technique, preparing patients, and assembling instruments and supplies for procedures. You will assist the Registered Nurse circulator before, during, and after surgeries and help with room turnover to keep the OR running smoothly.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma or GED, current BLS healthcare provider card, and graduation from an accredited surgical technology

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider required.
• Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology required or successful completion of military training program for Surgical Technology or Operating Room Specialist.
• Current certification through NBSTSA or NCCT preferred.

Responsibilities

• Possesses a thorough knowledge of aseptic technique and its application.
• Assists in obtaining and organizing supplies and instruments prior, during and after surgical procedure.
• Assists Registered Nurse circulator in preparation of patient, assembly of supplies, instruments, equipment and proper disposition of all specimens; assists with all aspects of room turnover.
• Performs duties according to department policy and procedure.
• Monitors surgical supplies for sterility prior to use and ensures that supplies are used in a judicious manner, charges are documented/submitted accurately and appropriately.
• Monitors and documents sterilization activities for completion.
• Attends in-services/staff meetings; exhibits knowledge of current department related issues and participates in Performance Improvement Process.
• Participates in educational opportunities to increase competency and meet personal needs and goals.
• Assists in the development of policies, procedures, and standards.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Communication & documentation

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider

Accredited Surgical Technology program or military OR training

NBSTSA/NCCT certification preferred

Job description

Atrium Health in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Surgical Technologist to support the operating room by maintaining sterile technique, preparing patients, and assembling instruments and supplies for procedures. You will assist the Registered Nurse circulator before, during, and after surgeries and help with room turnover to keep the OR running smoothly.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma or GED, current BLS healthcare provider card, and graduation from an accredited surgical technology