Surgical Technologist (CST) -OR General Surgery
On-site · Hartford, Connecticut, United States
Job Summary
Provide service and support before, during, and after surgical procedures. Ensure presence and proper arrangement of surgical equipment and supplies in the operating room for each operation; assist the surgeon during the operation as allowed by standards; assist with cleaning the operating room after the operation ensuring proper routing of equipment and used materials. Reports to Manager. Located in Hartford area, CT, with Hartford HealthCare network emphasis on patient safety and high-quality perioperative care. The role requires completion of a surgical technician program and NBSTSA certification within one year, CPR/BLS validation, and adherence to sterile technique and asepsis practices to support surgeons and maintain OR readiness.
Required Qualifications
- Completion of a surgical technician program
- Must be certified through the NBSTSA or be able to obtain certification within one year of employment
- CPR, BLS validation and annual Validation Day required
- Knowledge of various surgical procedures and ability to anticipate surgeon needs
- Knowledge of surgical equipment and instrumentation
- Excellent interpersonal/communication skills
- Adherence to sterile field policies and regulations
- Knowledge of basic patient safety concepts and asepsis principles
- Knowledge of OR emergency situations
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