Certified Surgical Technologist

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* Location:

** Logan Health Medical Center – Kalispell, Montana  
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* Schedule:

** Day Shift - 10 hours | Full-Time
* Master the art of surgical precision by arranging instruments for maximum efficiency.
* Anticipate the needs of the surgeon and play a key role in ensuring smooth procedures.
* Maintain a sterile field and follow aseptic techniques to uphold patient safety.
* Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other specialists to deliver patient-centered care.
* Set up and evaluate equipment to ensure everything is in top working condition.
* Participate in counts and assist in the handling of surgical specimens.
* Assist in patient transfer and post-op care with professionalism and compassion.
* ** Certification through the certifying body of the Association of Surgical Technologists, Inc. preferred
** or 2 years of experience as a Surgical Technologist
* AHA BLS Certification (or must be obtained within 2 months of hire)
* Strong teamwork and communication skills with the ability to work independently when needed
* Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
* Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and adaptability to new software
* Commitment to confidentiality, professionalism, and patient safety
* Work with state-of-the-art surgical technology and innovative care teams
* Gain hands-on experience across multiple surgical specialties
* Enjoy ongoing professional development and training opportunities
* Be part of a supportive, collaborative team that values your growth
* Surgical Technologist Certification through the certifying body of the Association of Surgical Technologists, Inc. preferred.
* Current AHA BLS Certification or must successfully obtain within two (2) months of hire.
* Excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented, a self-starter, possess critical thinking skills and be able to set priorities and function as part of a team as well as independently.
* Commitment to working in a team environment and maintaining confidentiality as needed.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with various audiences.
* Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.
* Possess and maintain computer skills to include working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn other software as needed.

- Minimum of two (2) years’ experience
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* * certification required.  
* Surgical Technologist experience
** preferred
* * in all of the below areas:
+ Dental    + ENT    + General Surgery    + Neurosurgery    + OB/GYN    + Orthopedics    + Pediatric Neurosurgery    + Pediatrics    + Plastics/Breasts    + Podiatry    + Robotics    + Surgical Oncology    + Thoracic    + Urology    + Vascular
* Participates in the planning process for surgical procedures.
* Accurately selects all equipment and supplies needed for surgical cases.
* Accurately sets up sterile table with instruments, supplies, equipment, and solutions as needed for procedure
* Using proper application of the aseptic technique when opening surgical supplies to the sterile field, and while organizing the sterile supplies and equipment for procedures.
* Performs proper hand washing protocol, donning of sterile attire, and begin preparations for the surgical procedure per department procedures.
* Exhibits proper usage of surgical drapes to cover patients.  Maintains and exhibits highest standard of sterile technique during procedures.
* Ensures a safe environment for the patient by maintaining the integrity of the sterile field per department protocol.
* Evaluates all instrumentation and technical equipment to assure it is in proper and safe working condition.  Communicates faulty or broken instruments to Sterile Processing.
* Exhibits knowledge of the structure and function of the human anatomy and appropriate interventions to prevent and/or minimize trauma to the patient.
* Properly utilizes surgical instruments to assist the surgeon during the procedure.
* Participates in counts prior to, during and the end of a procedure per department procedures.
* Provides care to the patient in the application of dressings and while transferring the patient to the recovery area.
* Works in a calm and efficient manner and exhibits an excellent working knowledge of surgical asepsis and breaks in technique.
* Checks assigned specialty non-stock and stock supplies to ensure an adequate quantity is available for procedures per department procedures.
* Communicates issues in maintaining supply levels to appropriate stakeholder per department protocol.
* Collaborates with stakeholders in maintaining and updating the preference cards/pick lists.
* Exhibits a commitment to professionalism while undertaking and completing all departmental competencies.
* Performs administrative duties, advises leadership of status changes, and works collaboratively in a team environment.
* Exhibits knowledge of medications used during the…