Certified Surgical Technologist

Job Summary:

The Certified Operating Room Technician (CST) is responsible for providing skilled technical support in surgical services across a wide range of procedures including general, laparoscopic, vascular, orthopedic, gynecological, neurological, and urological surgeries. The role involves preparation, decontamination, sterilization, and management of surgical instruments and supplies while adhering to aseptic techniques and universal protocols. The CST collaborates closely with surgical teams to ensure patient safety and efficient operation room workflow. A minimum of three years of experience and certification as a Surgical Technologist are required.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare operating rooms for surgical procedures by setting up instruments, equipment, and sterile supplies.
• Assist surgical teams during operations by passing instruments and anticipating needs.
• Perform decontamination and sterilization of surgical instruments and equipment, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
• Handle specimens appropriately, including labeling and management.
• Adhere to universal protocol and time-out procedures to ensure patient safety.
• Maintain sharps safety and manage biohazard disposal.
• Manage inventory and restock surgical supplies and equipment.
• Participate in quality improvement and infection control initiatives.
• Provide leadership or management support as needed within the surgical services department.
• Comply with all hospital policies and regulatory requirements related to surgical technology.

Required Skills & Certifications:

• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential required unless previously employed as a tech in New York prior to 2015.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in surgical technology preferred.
• Proficient knowledge of general and specialized surgical procedures including laparoscopic, vascular, orthopedic, neurological, and urological surgeries.
• Knowledge of aseptic technique, decontamination, sterilization processes, and indicators.
• Familiarity with specimen handling and labeling protocols.
• Understanding of universal protocol and time-out procedures.
• Experience with sharps safety and surgical instrument management.

Preferred Skills & Certifications:

• Experience with robotic surgery systems such as Da Vinci Xi Surgical System.
• Management or leadership experience within surgical services.
• Epic electronic health record system experience preferred.
• Experience in multiple surgical service lines.

Special Considerations:

• On-call requirement: 6 shifts per 8-week time block including weekends and holidays.
• Must be located more than 75 miles from the facility; locals are not accepted.
• First-time travelers are not accepted for this unit.
• Strict adherence to aseptic technique and universal protocol is mandatory.

Scheduling:

• Work schedule includes a combination of weekday, weekend, and holiday shifts as assigned.
• Shift patterns require coverage of 6 shifts per 8-week period including weekends and holidays.