Technologist-Surgical I

Baptist; Southaven (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation is seeking a Surgical Technologist to assist the surgical team by preparing sterile setup, passing instruments, and supporting intraoperative care. The role involves maintaining sterile technique, assisting with exposure and hemostasis, and helping with patient transport and room turnover.

Candidates should have NBSTSA CST certification or completion of a recognized program, with potential grandfathering based on TN requirements.

Qualifications

• NBSTSA surgical technologist certification or equivalent program.
• Completion of a CAAHEP-accredited surgical technology program or NBSTSA exam.
• Grandfathered status under TN Code Ann. 68-57-102(a) with prior experience or training.
• Must maintain NBSTSA CST certification for continued employment where applicable.

Responsibilities

• Assists surgical team in procedures by arranging, inventorying and maintaining sterile setup.
• Assists in preparation of surgical suite, patient transport, and postoperative cleaning.
• Provides aid in exposure, hemostasis, and other intraoperative technical functions for safe operations.

Education

NBSTSA CST certification

CAAHEP-accredited surgical technology program

NBSTSA certifying exam

TN Code Ann. 68-57-101(a) grandfathered criteria

Job description

Assists surgical team during operation/procedure by arranging, inventoring and maintaining sterile set up for operation, and passes items as needed. Assists in preparation of surgical suite, moving patients, and in cleaning. Provides aid in exposure, homeostasis, and other technical functions that will help the surgeon carry out safe operation with optimal results for the patient. Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Responsibilities

• Assists in performance of procedures for the surgical patient in a manner consistent with established policies and procedures.
• Assists in providing intraoperative care.
• Safely and adequately provides and utilizes equipment and supplies based on patient needs.
• Performs activities that demonstrate technical accountability.
• Participates in ongoing educational activities.
• Completes assigned goals.

Minimum Required Education

Holds a current National Certification established by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) as a surgical technologist.

OR must demonstrate education and training through one of the following methods under TN Code Ann. 68-57-101(a).- Completion of a CAAHEP accredited program in surgical technology.- Completion of an appropriate training program for surgical technologists in the armed forces, CAAHEP accredited hospital, or CAAHEP accredited ambulatory surgical treatment cancer program;

OR successfully completed the surgical technologists NBSTSA certifying exam

OR Grandfathered under TN Code Ann. 68-57-102(a). - Prior to July 1, 2006, was employed for not less than 18 months as a surgical technologist in a hospital, medical office, surgery center, or school; or began training to be a surgical technologist in an accredited surgical technology program. Please note: Effective July 1, 2013, the State of Tennessee requires surgical technologists to complete 15 CEs annually to remain qualified for employment at BMHCC. Certified surgical technologists are exempt from the new requirement, but they must maintain a current and active national CST certification from NBSTSA.

Minimum Required Licensure

BLS certification within 14 days of hire date