What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Surgical Technologist position at Decypher?
Decypher is a leading integrator of professional, technology, and management solutions and services. We provide our services globally to Federal, Commercial, Local and State clients. Our employees are our most valuable asset and play an integral role in the success of Decypher and our clients. Working at Decypher is not a job, but a career where your talent and energy is respected, and you can personally make a difference. Decypher invites you to join our professional team. Decypher is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to diversifying its workforce (M/F/D/V).
DESCRIPTION
Decypher is seeking Certified Surgical Technologist candidates to provide support to the Tripler Army Medical Center Honolulu, HI.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Must be able to walk extensively, stand for long hours, stoop and move freely for extended periods of time. Be able to work extended periods of time without relief and lift objects greater than 30 pounds. Good hearing, eyesight and physical dexterity, especially with hands and fingers.
- Accuracy in body mechanics and movements. Ability to handle emergency situations requiring rapid movement and manual dexterity.
- Provide assistance to the surgical team by performing scrub and other support services for major and minor surgical procedures.
- Use principles of aseptic techniques in preparing and maintaining instruments, supplies and equipment on the sterile field.
- Anticipate needs of surgeon according to procedure and operative technique
- Transport surgical patients, laboratory specimens and blood products.
- Prepare instrumentation and supplies for surgery as necessary, including use of various methods of sterilization.
QUALIFICATIONS
Degree: Certificate
Education: Graduate from Surgical Technology program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) or completion of a formal training program provided by any branch of the U.S. Armed Forces (Army, Navy, Air Force) for surgical technicians, surgical technologists or operating room technicians.
Certification: Certified as a Surgical Technologist (CST) from The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or certified as a Tech-in-Surgery (TS-C) from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) or possess a Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) certification as a surgical technician and/or operating room technician.
Experience: 3-years of related experience, including scrubbing and circulating duties in the following surgical specialties: general surgery, neurosurgery, thoracic surgery, eye surgery, ENT, GYN, vascular and orthopedic surgery
Board Certification: None
Licensure/Registration: None
BLS - Basic Life Support for Providers required.
Must be a US Citizen
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