What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Surgical Technician position at Modern i Infotech?
Industry: Healthcare / Health Services
Job Category: Medical / Health
Facility:
Mount Graham Regional Medical Center
Note: Salary depends on experience level of candidates (DOE).
Job Summary:
A Certified Surgical Technician (CST) assists in surgical procedures by preparing operating rooms, arranging equipment, and helping doctors and nurses during surgeries. They ensure a sterile environment, maintain surgical instruments, and support patient safety throughout the procedure.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare operating rooms by sterilizing equipment and ensuring all necessary tools are available.
- Assist surgeons and nurses during procedures by passing instruments, holding retractors, and managing surgical supplies.
- Maintain a sterile field and adhere to strict infection control protocols.
- Operate and maintain surgical equipment, such as suction machines and electrocautery devices.
- Handle and prepare specimens for laboratory analysis.
- Monitor patient vital signs and communicate concerns to the surgical team.
- Assist in post-operative cleanup and restocking of supplies.
- Follow hospital and surgical protocols to ensure patient safety and compliance with regulations.
Qualifications:
- Education: Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program.
- Certification: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) through NBSTSA or equivalent certification.
- Experience: Previous experience in a surgical setting is preferred but not always required.
- Skills: Strong attention to detail, ability to work under pressure, teamwork, and excellent communication skills.
Work Environment:
- Hospitals, outpatient surgical centers, or physician’s offices.
- Fast-paced, high-stress environment with extended periods of standing.
- May require on-call hours, nights, weekends, and holidays.
Skills and Certifications [note: bold skills and certification are required]
CST for state of AZ
Security Clearance Required: No
Visa Candidate Considered: No
Compensation
Base Salary - USD $40,000 to $60,000
Full-time
Benefits - None
Relocation Assistance Available - No
Commission Compensation - No
Bonus Eligible - No
Overtime Eligible - No
Interview Travel Reimbursed - No
Candidate Details
1 to 2 years experience
Seniority Level - Other
Management Experience Required - No
Minimum Education - High School Diploma or Equivalent
Willingness to Travel - Always
Salary : $40,000 - $60,000
