Surgical Technologist II

Cone Health; Burlington (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Burlington, NC, is seeking a Surgical Technologist II to assist in the surgical care of patients. The role involves preparing sterile environments, observing patient health, and verifying health status data. Candidates must possess a High School Diploma, complete surgical tech training, and have at least one year of experience. Certification as a Surgical Technologist is required.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of a Surgical Technology program accredited through ARC/STSA or have equivalent military training.
• Must have 1 year of surgical tech experience.
• Must possess BLS (CPR) certification and Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain asepsis by ensuring sterile equipment is not in contact with unsterile items.
• Observe patient health changes and adapt care plans as necessary.
• Prepare and set up tables for surgical procedures.
• Gather supplies and check equipment for surgical readiness.
• Verify health status data with the circulating nurse.

Skills

Surgical technology

Aseptic technique

Patient observation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Graduate of a Surgical Technology program

Job description

Job Summary

The Surgical Technologist II assists the team of medical professionals providing surgical care to patients under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse (RN) by verifying health data and observing the patient. Working under general supervision, this role performs first and second scrub duties and table setup for more advanced procedures.

Responsibilities

• Ensures that sterile equipment is not brought in contact with unsterile items or surfaces so that asepsis is maintained.
• Observes and reports on patient health changes in order to adapt the care plan as necessary.
• Completes the basic scrub duties and table set-ups for procedures to provide a sterile and prepared environment for surgery.
• Gathers supplies and checks equipment to ensure that the necessary materials are prepared for surgery.
• Verifies health status data for patients with the circulating nurse in order to keep a detailed record of a patient's condition.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

• Required: High School Diploma or equivalent; Graduate of a Surgical Technology accredited through ARC/STSA or equivalent military training with surgical tech experience.

Experience

• Required: 1 year surgical tech experience.

Licensure / Certification / Registry / Listing

• Required:
  • BLS (CPR) – American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare Provider.
  • Certified Surgical Technologist (CST). Surgical Technologists hired prior to 12/31/2017 will have the certification requirement waived. If the CST credential was held on 12/31/17, credential must be maintained without lapse.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At Cone Health, we strive to create a welcoming atmosphere that celebrates a diverse and unique workforce. We believe in offering equal opportunities for employment to all applicants and employees, regardless of their race, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, ethnicity, national origin, disability, color, or any other characteristic protected by law. Our hiring and employment choices are based on each individual's qualifications, skills and performance. We believe that by embracing the diversity of our team, we can better serve our patients, communities and each other.