Certified Surgical Technologist; CST - Surgical Care Riverside

$10,000.00 sign on bonus may be available for qualified candidates with a two-year work commitment, in accordance with UVA policy.

Starting pay - $26.40/hour*+ depending on years of experience.

* must meet minimum requirements.

Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to gathering needed supplies and instrumentation for surgical procedures according to the surgeon preference card. Maintains the sterile field and anticipates the needs of the surgical team. Is constantly vigilant to the adherence of aseptic technique by all team members.

• Differentiates between sterile and unsterile items processed by various sterilization methods.
• Demonstrates a basic level of surgical case preparation by reviewing the surgeon preference card and case cart, gathering surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment needed for general surgical procedures.
• Provides safe patient care at a basic level.
• Demonstrates principles of aseptic technique and sterile conscience.
• Has basic knowledge of surgical procedures and patient anatomy.
• Demonstrates awareness of environmental safety practices for patient, self and team at all times.
• Able to take specialty certification exam upon completion of accredited surgical technology program.

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent. Currently enrolled or graduated from a surgical technologist training program accredited by CAHEEP/ABHES OR NCCT Approved program.

Experience: No experience required.

Licensure: BLS required. Certified to practice as a Surgical Technologist by NBSTSA (The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting) or NCCT (The National Center for Competency Testing) required at time of start date. Current Registration with Virginia Board of Medicine required at the time of hire.

Job requires standing for prolonged periods;
Repetitive motion: passing instruments, lifting heavy instrument sets. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills;
Attention to detail and ability to write legibly;
Ability to lift/push/pull >50 - 100lbs. May be exposed to cold, radiation, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

Position Compensation Range: $20.68 - $32.05 Hourly

• Comprehensive Benefits Package:
  Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
• Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Certification and education support
• Generous Paid Time Off

UVA Health is a world‑class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center.  U.S. News & World Report "Best Hospitals" guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as "High Performing" in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children's is named by  U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation.

Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.  to read more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.