Surgical Technologist (CST) -OR General Surgery
On-site · Cedar Rapids, Iowa, 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 operation as allowed by professional and legal standards; and assist with cleaning the operating room after the operation, ensuring proper routing of equipment and used materials. Reports to Manager. This role requires completion of a surgical technician program and NBSTSA certification (or ability to obtain within one year), CPR/BLS validation, and adherence to sterile-field practices. Knowledge of surgical procedures, instrumentation, asepsis, patient safety concepts, and effective communication is essential. Located within Hartford HealthCare network with opportunities across the state.
Required Qualifications
- Completion of a surgical technician program.
- Must be certified through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (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 with the ability to anticipate the needs of the surgeon and to recognize problems encountered by the surgeon.
- Knowledge of name and function of surgical equipment and instrumentation.
- Excellent interpersonal/communication skills.
- 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.
- Knowledge of OR emergency situations.
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