Surgical Technologist II

Overview

Under general supervision, the Certified Surgical Technologist II functions as member of the operating room team to prepare sterile supplies and equipment used in the surgical procedures and perform appropriate room duties involved with direct patient care with adherence to established procedural guidelines. This position demonstrates knowledge and skills required to provide care and/or service appropriate to the level of development of patients, with consideration of the needs of patients' families.

Entity:
Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA). Worker Type:
Employee. Worker Sub-Type:
Regular. Cost Center: CC003772 COL - General Surgery (NMC). Pay Rate Type:
Hourly. Pay Grade:
Health-26. Scheduled Weekly

Hours:

40.

Work Shift:

Not specified.

• Prepare sterile supplies and equipment for surgical procedures and perform appropriate room duties involved with direct patient care.
• Function autonomously as a member of the operating room team while adhering to established procedural guidelines.
• Demonstrate knowledge and skills required to provide care and/or service appropriate to the development level of patients, considering the needs of patients’ families.
• Support the organization’s policies and ensure compliance with regulatory and safety standards.

• Registration
  
  Required:
  
  Must hold and maintain the Certified Surgical Technologist credential administered by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (formerly LCC-ST), or Certifications from The National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT). If not certified, evidence of continuous employment in the state of South Carolina as a Surgical Technologist before January 1, 2008 is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) current:
  Either American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers or American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.
• Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
  High school diploma. Graduation from an accredited school of surgical technology or surgical technology military program.
• Physical Requirements:
  
  Ability to perform job functions including standing, walking, lifting up to 50 lbs unassisted, and other listed physical capabilities; able to work rotating shifts and in a latex-safe environment.

• Sign-on Bonus: $10,000
• Hours per week: 40

For applicants who like working with energetic, enthusiastic individuals, this career offers opportunities to join a dynamic team.

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