Surgical Technologist Certified - St. Rita's Medical Center - PRN

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine; Lima (OH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Incentives

Referral bonuses

403(b) plan

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

HSA/FSA options

Life insurance

Mental health resources

Paid time off

Job summary

Mercy Health in Ohio seeks a Certified Surgical Technologist for St. Rita's Medical Center. The role supports the surgical team by preparing sterile instruments, supplies and equipment and ensuring aseptic technique.

Requires an Associate Degree or vocational/military certificate in Surgical Technology. Certifications CST/NBSTA/TS-C/NCCT; BLS preferred, and about one year perioperative experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree, Vocational Certification, or Military Certificate in Surgical Technology is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association (preferred) or similar certification.
• Certification by CST, NBSTA, TS-C or NCCT is required.
• One year of perioperative or related surgical technology experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides instruments and supplies to the surgical team during procedures and maintains aseptic technique.
• Prepares, maintains, and organizes sterile supplies and instruments for procedures.
• Provides complete case preparation and adapts instruments, supplies and equipment as needed.
• Assists with pre- and post-procedure cleaning of the operating room and instruments.
• Prepares and performs surgical skin prep and clipping as indicated by the procedure.

Education

Associates Degree, Vocational Certification, or Military Certificate in Surgical Technology

Job description

Mercy Health

About Us

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Surgical Technologist Certified – St. Rita's Medical Center

Job Summary:

The Certified Surgical Technologist facilitates the operative or other invasive procedure by preparing and providing the required sterile instruments, supplies and equipment alongside the surgical team.

Essential Functions:

• Provides instruments and supplies to the surgical team during the procedure and maintains aseptic technique.
• Prepares, maintains, and organizes sterile supplies and instrument for the procedure.
• Provides complete case preparation with the ability to adapt of special instruments, supplies, and equipment.
• Assists with pre and post procedure cleaning of the operative room and instruments.
• Prepares and performs surgical skin prep and clipping as indicated by procedure.

Education:

• Associates Degree, Vocational Certification, or Military Certificate in Surgical Technology (required)

Licensure/Certification:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association (preferred)
• Must be certified by one of the following: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST), National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTA) or Tech in Surgery – Certified (TS-C)(TS-C is not accepted for Surgical Tech jobs in Cincinnati), National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) (required)
• Registered Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) with the Virginia Board of Medicine (required if currently reside in Virginia)

Experience:

• One year of perioperative, operating room, or related military surgical technology experience (preferred)

As a Mercy Health associate, you’re part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are affirmative action and equal opportunity employers, please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail]