What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Surgical Technologist CST position at Saint Alphonsus Health System?
Employment Type : Full time
Shift : Day Shift
Description :
Position Summary and Highlights :
We are seeking a motivated Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) for our Main Operating Room in Ontario, Oregon!
Certified Surgical Technologists play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of surgical procedures. Responsibilities encompass a wide range of tasks, all aimed at supporting surgeons and nurses in delivering safe and effective patient care. From preparing operating rooms and sterilizing equipment to assisting during surgeries and maintaining a sterile environment, the expertise of a CST is essential to the success of each operation.
Schedule and Benefits :
This is a full-time benefited position working 40 hours per week in Ontario, Oregon. Position is eligible for benefits from Day 1!
Some call is required. May discuss details with recruiter.
May be eligible for incentives including sign-on bonuses and relocation stipends.
Shift differential included for evening / weekend / on call hours.
Generous PTO!
Minimum Qualifications :
Certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) by the NBSTSA or as a Tech in Surgery-Certified (TS-C) by the NCCT is required.
At hire, Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross is required. (ACLS and / or PALS may be accepted in lieu of BLS)
One year of scrub experience in an acute care hospital setting preferred.
What You Will Do :
Demonstrates knowledge and skills to competently care for all assigned age groups (Neonate, Child, Adolescent, Adult, and Geriatric as applicable).
Demonstrates compliance with hospital safety policies and procedures.
Demonstrates knowledge of cautery safety (grounding pad and cautery use during procedure).
Recognizes breaks in aseptic technique and takes immediate corrective action.
Demonstrates equipment checks to assure proper functioning.
Updates and reviews surgeon preference cards.
Able to gown and glove other members of the perioperative 'sterile' team.
Able to gown and glove self through use of closed and open method.
Able to independently function in at least one other specialty area.
Anticipates and prioritizes surgeon needs. Communicates with RN Circulator to obtain needed resources. LPNs may function under the Nurse Practice Action with RN supervision.
Responsible for technical equipment and supplies (e.g., inventory, usage, organization, maintenance in own specialty area).
Trouble-shoots equipment within own specialty to bring to resolution.
Independently manages instrument, sponge and sharp counts for all procedures in specialty areas and all procedures assigned outside of specialty.
Assists and / or follows direction of the RN Circulator to set up a room and obtain equipment, etc.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
