Certified Surgical Tech (CST) - L&D

General Functions:
 Escorts or transports patients which may require applying appropriate transfer techniques
 Sets up the operating room with supplies and equipment according to the requirements of the 
scheduled case and maintains physician’s preference card
 Promotes and maintains a sterile environment in all job assignments
 Performs scrubbing circulating duties as directed
 Performs assigned operating room cleanup tasks including disposal, cleaning, inventory and 
restocking of supplies and equipment
 Assists in the performance of more complicated treatments, diagnostic procedures and physical 
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Job Description
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examinations as per instructions from registered nurse with documented competency
 Assists other members of the perioperative team in providing care throughout the continuum of the 
perioperative experience
 Performs various clerical functions in support of department operations
 Participates in department meetings, in-services
 Serves as a role model for service excellence and commits to Studer Principles and “must haves”
 Supports effective patient hand-offs
 Utilizes resources efficiently and effectively
 Maintains safe environment
 Addresses patient population-specific needs
 Participates in Performance Improvement activitie

Education Accreditation (CHEA) accredited surgical technology program.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: 1 year as a Surgical or OB Technologist in acute care or ambulatory setting Certifications

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: BHS accepts certifications from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA); CST (Certified Surgical Technologist) or from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT); TS-C (Technician in Surgery–Certified). 

REQUIRED COURSES/COMPLETIONS (e.g., CPR): Must have active healthcare provider Basic Life Support on hire (ARC or AHA); however, must have AHA Healthcare Provider BLS within 60 days of hire.

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