Certified Surgical Technician - C.S.T. PRN

Job Summary

Responsible for direct patient care within the Operating Room under the supervision of the registered nurse. Follows departmental standards, policies and procedures.

• Performs surgical hand scrub, sets up back table and Mayo stand for cases.
• Ensures sterile asepsis during surgical procedures is maintained.
• Follows departmental policies for decontamination of surgical suites at the beginning, between and on completion of surgical cases during the shift.
• Assists in decontamination, disinfecting and/or sterilization of all instrumentation and equipment.
• Ensures adequate supplies are available to complete anticipated caseload during the shift.
• Transports patients, supplies and specimens as directed.
• Works in harmonious manner with team members.
• Delivers care according to hospital and departmental policies, procedures and philosophies.
• Practices positive customer relations techniques.
• Respects patients’ privacy, rights and values and provides care accordingly.
• Attends educational offerings. Must maintain minimum of 16 contact hours annually.
• Assists in re‑stocking and ordering supplies for the Operating Room suites and warmers.
• Follows safety and infection control policies and procedures within the department.
• Attends unit meetings.
• Assists in orienting new employees. Participates in hospital‑wide, interdisciplinary CQI process as directed.
• Takes responsibility for specific projects that ensure compliance with standards of care, management information and infection control.
• Completes all annual competencies for assigned areas of responsibility.
• Demonstrates excellence in customer service skills; fosters teamwork and collaboration; participates in quality improvement activities including serving on quality improvement teams.
• Performs other related duties as required; cross‑trains to other areas as assigned.

Certification as a Certified Surgical Technician or equivalent experience required. Must be able to work in a fast‑paced surgical environment and adhere to safety and infection control protocols.

Entry level

Part‑time / Per diem (PRN)

Health Care Provider. Hospital and Health Care industry.