Surgical Technologist (CST) - OR General Surgery

Hartford HealthCare; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$10,000 BONUS!

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare is seeking a Surgical Technologist for the Greater Manchester Region. The role supports the operating room team by preparing the suite and assisting the surgeon during procedures, ensuring a safe, clean environment and collaborating with the interdisciplinary team.

Requirements include graduating from an accredited Surgical Technology program with CST/TS-C certification or the ability to obtain certification within 90 days, plus Basic Life Support at hire.

Qualifications

• Must have completed a nationally accredited Surgical Technology program.
• Must hold Surgical Technologist Certification (CST or TS-C).
• If not certified at hire, must obtain certification within 90 days.
• Must maintain certification while employed in this role.
• Must have Basic Life Support certification at hire or within orientation period.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgeon during operative and invasive procedures.
• Ensure operating suite is adequately prepared for procedures.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to support patient care.
• Maintain a safe and clean environment in the operating room.
• Report to the Clinical Nurse Manager.

Skills

English communication

Basic computer skills

Education

Surgical Technology program

Surgical Technologist Certification (CST/TS-C)

Job description

Location Detail

71 Haynes Street (10627)

Shift Detail

4x10s, 7a-5:30p

$10,000 BONUS!

Work where every moment matters.

Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network.

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.

We take great care of careers

With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth. Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children. We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. And this is your moment