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Certified Surgical Tech
ScionHealth
- Columbus, Ohio, United States
- Columbus, Ohio, United States
À propos
Join St. Francis-Emory Healthcare, a 376-bed community-connected hospital in Columbus, GA, that blends cutting-edge care with hometown purpose. As part of the ScionHealth network, St. Francis has been recognized and awarded multiple high-performing honors by U.S. News & World Report, and received multiple disease-specific certifications from the Joint Commission, and was a rated Top Large Hospital in Georgia. St. Francis also delivers advanced heart, orthopedic, and women's care services. At St. Francis, you will experience a culture of excellence where your work directly shapes the health of our community.
Job Summary
* The Certified Surgical Technician (CST) works under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse to assist in surgical operations. The CST is responsible for ensuring the surgical suite is prepared, maintaining a sterile environment, passing instruments to surgeons during procedures, and assisting in room turnover. The CST plays a vital role in patient safety, infection control, and operational efficiency in the surgical setting.
Essential Functions
* Prepare the operating room with sterile instruments, equipment, supplies, and solutions required for surgical procedures
* Maintain aseptic technique and sterile field throughout the procedure
* Pass instruments and supplies to the surgeon and surgical team during procedures
* Accurately track sponges, needles, and instruments before, during, and after surgical procedures to ensure nothing is retained
* Assist with room turnover before and after procedures, including waste disposal and equipment reprocessing
* Operate and monitor sterilization equipment in accordance with AAMI, AORN, TJC, and OSHA standards
* Assist in processing specimens for laboratory analysis
* Ensure proper documentation of instrument counts, procedures, and sterilization indicators
* Comply with infection control, personal protective equipment, and safety protocols
* Support performance improvement and risk management initiatives
* Maintain readiness and functionality of surgical instruments and equipment
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations
* Must read, write, and communicate effectively in English
* Demonstrated knowledge of surgical procedures, instrumentation, and sterile techniques
* Strong attention to detail and ability to work accurately under pressure
* Effective interpersonal and team collaboration skills
* Must demonstrate regular and reliable attendance
Qualifications
Education
* High school diploma or equivalent required
* Successful completion of a program in surgical technology accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) required
Licenses/Certifications
* Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential required within time frame required by facility policy
* Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
* De-escalation training required within time frame required by facility policy
Experience
* 12 to 18 months of acute care operating room experience preferred
Compétences linguistiques
- English
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