What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Surgical Tech (CST) - St. Francis Downtown position at Bon Secours Mercy Health?
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Surgical Technologist Certified – St. Francis Downtown
Job Summary :
The Certified Surgical Technologist facilitates the operative or other invasive procedure by preparing and providing the required sterile instruments, supplies and equipment alongside the surgical team.
Essential Functions :
Provides instruments and supplies to the surgical team during the procedure and maintains aseptic technique.
Prepares, maintains, and organizes sterile supplies and instrument for the procedure.
Provides complete case preparation with the ability to adapt of special instruments, supplies, and equipment.
Assists with pre and post procedure cleaning of the operative room and instruments.
Prepares and performs surgical skin prep and clipping as indicated by procedure.
Education :
- Associates Degree, Vocational Certification, or Military Certificate in Surgical Technology (required)
Licensure / Certification :
Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association (preferred)
Must be certified by one of the following : Certified Surgical Technologist (CST), National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTA) or Tech in Surgery – Certified (TS-C), National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) (required)
Registered Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) with the Virginia Board of Medicine (required if currently reside in Virginia)
Experience :
Many of our opportunities reward
Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
Prescription drug coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Life insurance w / AD&D
Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
Paid time off
Educational Assistance
And much more
All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com
