Surgical Technologist 2 - Family Birthing Center
On-siteJackson, Mississippi, United States
Job Summary
Provide service and support before, during, and after surgical procedures. Ensure the presence and proper arrangement of surgical equipment and supplies in the operating room for each operation, assist the surgeon during the procedure as allowed by professional and legal standards, and assist with cleaning the operating room after the operation by ensuring proper routing of equipment and used materials. Maintain strict adherence to policies regarding sterile field maintenance, apply principles of asepsis, and anticipate the needs of the surgeon based on knowledge of various surgical procedures and instrumentation. Work rotating weekends and holidays from 6:45 PM to 7:15 AM at Backus Hospital.
Required Qualifications
- Completion of a CAAHEP-accredited surgical technician program
- Must be certified through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or able to obtain CST certification within 6 months
- Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Strict adherence to policies and regulations regarding maintenance of sterile field
- Knowledge and practice of basic care and patient safety concepts
- Application of the principles of asepsis in a manner that provides optimal patient care
- Excellent interpersonal/communication skills
- Knowledge of name and function of surgical equipment and instrumentation
- Knowledge of various surgical procedures with the ability to anticipate the needs of the surgeon
- Maintains certification by participating in continuing education activities
- 6:45PM-7:15 AM ROTATING WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS
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