Surgical Technologist – CST – Day/Evening – Operating Room

LiveWell Homecare Agency; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LiveWell Homecare Agency is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist to assist surgical teams across age groups, ensuring patient safety and optimal care.

Responsibilities include preparing and handling instruments, aseptic technique, timeouts, specimen handling, wound assessment, dressings, and patient admissions/discharges. Ideal candidates have CST certification and have graduate from a surgical training program, with flexibility for shifts and weekends.

Qualifications

• Proficient in aseptic techniques and sterile field setup.
• Knowledge of surgical procedures and equipment safety.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a clinical environment and adapt to on-call schedules.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and handle instruments for surgical procedures.
• Assist with connecting clinical equipment and maintaining aseptic technique.
• Participate in timeouts and verify surgical site; manage specimen labeling and disposal.

Skills

Aseptic techniques

Surgical instrument handling

Clinical teamwork

Safety protocols

Education

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

Graduate of surgical training program

Job description

Role Overview: Assists surgical teams during procedures across all age groups, ensuring patient safety and optimal care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supports surgeons by preparing and handling instruments, connecting clinical equipment, and maintaining aseptic techniques.
• Participates in surgical timeouts, verifies surgical site, and manages specimen identification and disposal.
• Assesses wounds, applies dressings, and assists with patient admission, discharge, and specimen collection.
• Maintains accurate supply counts, documents procedures, and follows universal precautions.
• Acts as a preceptor for students, participates in quality control, and performs additional duties like patient transport and post-mortem care.
• Adheres to policies, protocols, and standards of care, and initiates emergency procedures when necessary.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Current certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or exempt under specific conditions.
• Graduate from a specialized surgical training program.
• Strong knowledge of aseptic techniques, surgical procedures, and safety protocols.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a clinical environment, with on-call availability and flexibility for shifts, weekends, and holidays.

Additional Information: The role involves working in a clinical setting, ensuring compliance with policies, and supporting patient care through various technical and supportive duties.