Surgical Technologist (CST) — Impactful OR Support

MidState Medical Center; Meriden (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

MidState Medical Center is seeking a Surgical Technician to join our operating room team. You will ensure presence and proper arrangement of surgical equipment, support the surgeon, and maintain sterile technique throughout procedures.

Reporting to the Manager, you will collaborate with anesthesia and nursing staff, uphold patient safety, and participate in post-op room turnover to prepare for the next case. Hartford HealthCare network environment, competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Completion of a surgical technician program.
• NBSTSA certification or ability to obtain within 1 year.
• CPR/BLS validation and annual Validation Day required.
• Ability to anticipate surgeon needs during procedures.
• Knowledge of surgical equipment and instrumentation.
• Excellent interpersonal/communication skills.
• Strict adherence to sterile field and policies.
• Knowledge of patient safety concepts and asepsis.
• Knowledge of OR emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide service and support before, during, and after surgical procedures.
• Ensure presence and proper arrangement of surgical equipment and supplies in the OR.
• Assist the surgeon during procedures as allowed by standards.
• Assist with cleaning the OR after the operation and routing used materials.
• Report to the Manager.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Patient safety

Sterile technique

Asepsis knowledge

Team collaboration

Education

Surgical Technician Program

Tools

Surgical equipment knowledge

Instrumentation familiarity

Job description

MidState Medical Center is seeking a Surgical Technician to join our operating room team. You will ensure presence and proper arrangement of surgical equipment, support the surgeon, and maintain sterile technique throughout procedures.

Reporting to the Manager, you will collaborate with anesthesia and nursing staff, uphold patient safety, and participate in post-op room turnover to prepare for the next case. Hartford HealthCare network environment, competitive benefits.