Surgical Technologist (CST) - OR General Surgery

Manchester Memorial Hospital, Inc.; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Manchester Memorial Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Surgical Technologist to assist the surgeon during operative and invasive procedures at our Manchester, CT campus.

The role supports sterile technique, equipment setup, and collaborative patient care within a busy operating room. The ideal candidate completed a nationally accredited Surgical Technology program, holds CST or TS-C certification (or will obtain within 90 days of hire), and maintains certification throughout employment.

Qualifications

• Must have completed a nationally accredited Surgical Technology program.
• Certification as CST or TS-C required within 90 days of hire.
• Must maintain certification while employed in this role.
• Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification required upon hire or during orientation.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeon during operative procedures.
• Prepare operating suite and ensure sterility.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team to maintain safe patient environment.

Skills

English communication

Computer literacy

Education

Surgical Technology credential

CT CST/TS-C certification

Tools

Surgical instruments handling

Job description

Location Detail: 71 Haynes Street (10627)

Shift Detail: 4x10s, 7a-5:30p

$10,000 BONUS!

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The Greater Manchester Region has approximately 2,500 employees. It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 249-bed community hospital, Rockville General, a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 102-bed facility, a large multispecialty provider group and visiting nurse services. The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of 300,000 people in 19 towns.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Assists the surgeon during operative and invasive procedures. Assures operating suite is adequately prepared for procedure. Works collaboratively with the interdisciplinary team. Assists in maintaining a safe and clean environment. Reports to the Clinical Nurse Manager.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• Must have successfully completed a nationally accredited Surgical Technology program and hold a Surgical Technologist Certification from a national certifying body recognized by the Department of Public Health: The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (CST) or the National Center for Competency Testing (TS-C).
• Candidates without current certification who have successfully completed an accredited Surgical Technologist program, but has not, as of the date of hire, obtained a Surgical Technologist Certification must obtain such certification within 90 days of hire from a national certifying body recognized by the Department of Public Health: The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (CST) or the National Center for Competency Testing (TS-C).
• Surgical Technicians who acted within the role of a Surgical Technician (Operating Room Technician) on, or before October 1, 2023, may be grandfathered in per CT Public Act 23-195.
• Must maintain Certification while employed in this role.
• Must have certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support upon hire or receive certification within the new employee introductory orientation period and maintain clinical competency during employment within this role.

COMPETENCIES:

• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Possess basic computer skills.

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