Innovative Certified Surgical Technologist- Wood River
US-ID-Ketchum
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Req #: 92594
Type: Full-Time
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Overview: At St. Luke's, our dedicated team of Certified Surgical Techs are critical in providing exceptional, patient-centered care. We strive to foster an environment that embraces our employees' unique strengths, experiences and perspectives which ultimately drives our exceptional, patient-centered care. What You Can Expect: * Schedule: 3 Teams consisting of 3 circulating RN's and 3 Scrubs (RN's or CST') in a 3 week rotation. Work 40 M-F (0700-1530), Call Monday 7am- Monday 7am, Off 7, Work 40 hr M-F (0700-1530), etc. Weekday call starts at 1530 and ends at 0700. Weekend call is 24 hrs. * Perioperative 101 Overview Wood River Operating Room (OR) team invites you to join us in grey scrubs and develop your nursing skills through our periop 101 training offered for this position. You will be training with an OR team made up of interdisciplinary professionals that share a passion for surgery. As you delve into our world of bovies, instrument counts, scopes, steris beds, robots, sterility, intubation and so much more, you will find it is truly a privilege to be the patient advocate on their journey through the surgical experience. Qualifications: * Education: HS/GED * Licenses/Certifications: * * American Heart Association (AHA) BLS Provider certification * Certified as a Surgical Technologist (CST) by National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) OR Tech in Surgery - Certified (CST-NCCT) by National Center Competency Testing (NCCT) Preferred Qualifications * Two years of experience Responsibilities: The Innovative Certified Surgical Technologist is responsible for identifying and securing instrumentation and equipment needed for invasive procedures and demonstrating proficient use and implementation of the same. Employees assigned to this position have a contract they sign for the 7 on 7 off program. All other employees should use Job Code #2436 * Performs pre-operative procedures such as selection and placement of surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment. * Assists surgeon and designated assistants in invasive procedures, passing instruments and supplies and anticipating the needs of the surgical team. * During the surgical procedure provides instruments, sutures, and other sterile supplies. * Helps prepare, care for, and dispose of specimens taken for laboratory analysis and helps apply dressings. * Applies basic knowledge of anatomy & physiology, medical terminology and microbiology. * Applies knowledge related to emergency situations and surgical procedures in the operating room. * May develop, organize and deliver continuing education topics and/or training (in -services). * May assist in precept of students and new staff. * Maintains a safe work environment. * Other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Qualifications: * Education: High School Diploma or equivalent * Experience: None * Licenses/Certifications: Certified as a Surgical Technologist (CST) by National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) OR Tech in Surgery * Certified (CST-NCCT) by National Center Competency Testing (NCCT) AND Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider Certified through American Safety and Health Institute, American Heart Association, or American Red Cross.
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