Surgical Technologist- Certified

Sentara Health; Charlottesville (VA); Vor Ort; USD 50.000 - 70.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Sign on bonus up to $15,000

Education assistance program up to $32,500

Free parking

Zusammenfassung

Sentara Healthcare Inc. is looking for a full-time Certified Surgical Technologist I or II for the Main OR in Charlottesville, VA. The role involves ensuring the operating room is properly set up, assisting the surgical team, and maintaining patient safety during procedures.

Candidates must be a Trade School Graduate in Surgical Technology with BLS certification and possess required surgical technologist licensure in Virginia. Benefits include a sign-on bonus of up to $15,000 and education assistance.

Qualifikationen

• Trade School Graduate in Surgical Technology required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.
• One of the following certifications: CST or TS-C.

Aufgaben

• Prepare operating room with necessary instruments and equipment.
• Assist surgical team by passing instruments and maintaining a sterile field.
• Ensure patient safety and cleanliness of surgical environment.
• Apply dressings and assist in patient recovery processes.

Kenntnisse

Communication skills with providers

Understanding of surgical procedures

Sterile techniques

Patient safety protocols

Ausbildung

Trade School Graduate – Surgical Technologist

Jobbeschreibung

Job Overview

Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital is hiring a Certified Surgical Technologist I or II for the Main OR in Charlottesville, VA. This is a full‑time, day shift from 7AM to 5PM with required call.

Call Requirements

6 to 7 shifts per 6‑week schedule.

Benefits

• Sign on bonus up to $15,000 available for qualified candidates.
• Education assistance program up to $32,500.
• Free parking.

Job Responsibilities

The Surgical Technologist ensures that the operating room is properly prepared with the necessary instruments and equipment and assists the surgical team throughout the procedure by passing instruments, maintaining the sterile field, and anticipating the needs of the surgeon. The role involves maintaining patient safety and ensuring that the surgical environment is organized, clean, and sterile. The Surgical Technologist assists in applying dressings, securing surgical drapes and transferring patients to recovery areas. Adheres to infection control protocols and sterile techniques to prevent contamination and ensure patient safety. Works closely with the surgical team to ensure smooth and effective procedures.

Education

• Trade School Graduate – Surgical Technologist (Required)
• Students in the process of completing a Surgical Technologist Program may be considered.

Certification / Licensure

• Licensed Surgical Technologist – Virginia (Required)
• One of the following certifications required: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) – National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or Tech in Surgery TS‑C – National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association (AHA) Required.

Experience

• Operating room experience (preferred)
• Strong understanding of surgical procedures, sterile techniques, and patient safety protocols.
• Strong communication skills with providers and surgical staff required.