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St. Charles Health System · 1 week ago

Certified Surgical Technologist in Family Birthing Center

Bend, OR

Part-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

St. Charles Health System is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist to join their Surgical Services Perioperative Team. The CST will perform delegated duties consistent with their scope of practice, ensuring a safe and sterile environment during surgical procedures while assisting the surgical team effectively.

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Responsibilities

Functions as a member of the Surgical Services Perioperative team to assure patient care is accomplished in a safe, efficient and cost-effective manner

Ensures the perioperative regime for each patient is implemented as prescribed by the physician

Prepares the operating room and obtains necessary equipment

Drapes and covers operating and instrument tables; lays out supplies and equipment in appropriate fashion for scheduled or emergency cases

Assists and procures appropriate equipment that will be used during surgery, checks for any malfunctions, and makes any needed adjustments

Conducts all duties utilizing the safety zone to minimize risk of exposure, as outlined in SCHS policies and procedures

Follows established policies and procedures for counts of sponges, sharps, and instruments

Participates in the Pre-Brief, Time-out, and Debrief of the surgical procedure

Assists, when necessary, with positioning of the patient correctly on operating table

Gowns and gloves surgeon(s) and assistants in preparation for procedure

Assists in preparing and draping sterile field

Passes instruments and other supplies to the surgeon during procedure

Prepares sterile dressings and maintains highest standard of sterile technique during procedure

Anticipates needs of the surgical team and promotes efficient flow of the operative procedure

Works in a manner that minimizes distractions and maintains patient care focus

Assists and follows established procedures and SCHS policies for counts of sponges, sharps and instruments

Follows established procedures for the care of specimens and tissue

Participates in the cleaning of the operating room

Breaks down cases at the end of the procedure, gathers contaminated instruments and places them for decontamination and sterile processing

Performs these tasks in a way that protects equipment to avoid damage and safety of other caregivers, per SCHC policies and procedures

Performs the following tasks when functioning as a Second Assist Technologist: holds retractors or instrument as directed by the surgeon, sponges or suctions operative site

Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient and accurate

Participates with team members in facilitating patient’s and family’s learning regarding the surgical experience

Practices creating a healing environment for patients, families and other caregivers

Performs stand by call as assigned

Supports the vision, mission and values of the organization in all respects

Supports Lean principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm, functioning as a champion of change

Provides and maintains a safe environment for caregivers, patients and guests

Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality

Complies with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures, supporting the organization’s corporate integrity efforts by acting in an ethical and appropriate manner, reporting known or suspected violation of applicable rules, and cooperating fully with all organizational investigations and proceedings

Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient and accurate

May perform additional duties of similar complexity within the organization, as required or assigned

Qualification

Surgical Technologist CertificationBasic Life Support CertificationAORN StandardsOperating Room PreparationCustomer ServiceProfessionalismTeam Collaboration

Required

Graduate of a CAAHEP (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs) accredited program, ABHES (Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools) accredited program or military surgical technologist program or a combination of education and experience

Current NBSTSA (National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting) Surgical Technologist Certification, or current NCCT (National Center for Competency Testing) Surgical Technologist Certification

AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification