Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - Alliance Surgery Center
Traverse City, MI
About the Job
Orthopedic ambulatory surgery center seeking highly motivated individual to join our team. The primary function is to provide direct assistance to the surgeon during surgical procedures. The scrub technician also provides for the sterilization of instruments and supplies needed in the OR suite. The position responsibilities deal mainly with the sterility of instruments and supplies and the practice of aseptic technique in the OR.
Responsibilities
* Prepare and organize the operating room equipment, instruments, and supplies as required for various surgical procedures
* Anticipate surgeon and patient needs during a procedure
* Take care of specimens, prepare, check, and monitor medications, and assist with dressings
* Set up a sterile and sanitary environment, and maintain the sterile field for the patient during procedures
* Utilize correct body mechanics in moving, transporting, and positioning patients, stretchers, and/or tables in order to prevent injury to patient and personnel
* Follow relevant safety and sanitation guidelines
* Participate in orientation and education of all operating room staff on an ongoing basis
* Participate in stocking and restocking medical supplies
* Inspect, replace, and sterilize medical instruments
* Provide surgeons and patients with necessary instruments, supplies, and equipment
Qualifications
* High school diploma or GED equivalent
* Successfully complete a post-secondary education program or an associate's degree program that has been accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
* Orthopedics
* Surgery
Schedule:
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
Education:
* Associate (Preferred)
License/Certification:
* CST (Required)
Work Location: In person
Responsibilities
* Prepare and organize the operating room equipment, instruments, and supplies as required for various surgical procedures
* Anticipate surgeon and patient needs during a procedure
* Take care of specimens, prepare, check, and monitor medications, and assist with dressings
* Set up a sterile and sanitary environment, and maintain the sterile field for the patient during procedures
* Utilize correct body mechanics in moving, transporting, and positioning patients, stretchers, and/or tables in order to prevent injury to patient and personnel
* Follow relevant safety and sanitation guidelines
* Participate in orientation and education of all operating room staff on an ongoing basis
* Participate in stocking and restocking medical supplies
* Inspect, replace, and sterilize medical instruments
* Provide surgeons and patients with necessary instruments, supplies, and equipment
Qualifications
* High school diploma or GED equivalent
* Successfully complete a post-secondary education program or an associate's degree program that has been accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
* Orthopedics
* Surgery
Schedule:
* Day shift
* Monday to Friday
Education:
* Associate (Preferred)
License/Certification:
* CST (Required)
Work Location: In person
Source : Alliance Surgery Center