Surgical Technologist (CST) -OR General Surgery
On-site · Birmingham, Alabama, United States
Birmingham, Alabama, United StatesOn-siteFull TimeMid LevelLicense Or CertificationEnterprise
Type
Full Time
Level
Mid Level
Education
License Or Certification
Company size
Enterprise
Job Summary
Provide service and support before, during, and after surgical procedures; ensures the presence and proper arrangement of surgical equipment and supplies in the operating room to each operation; assists the surgeon during the operation as allowed by professional and legal standards; and assists with cleaning operating room after the operation ensuring proper routing of equipment and used material. Reports to Manager.
Required Qualifications
- Completion of a surgical technician program
- Must be certified through NBSTSA or be able to obtain certification within one year of employment
- Maintainence of CPR, BLS validation and attendance of annual Validation Day required
- Knowledge of various surgical procedures with the ability to anticipate the needs of the surgeon
- Knowledge of name and function of surgical equipment and instrumentation required
- 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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