ID: 45032446 Shift: 3×12 Hr 9a-9:30p Description: Surgical technologists are individuals with specialized education who function as members of the surgical team in the role of scrub person. As a member of the Perioperative Team and under the supervision and direction of a Registered Nurse and/or an Anesthesiologist, the CST assists in the delivery of patient care to the surgical patients in a safe and organized manner. This position provides Registered Nurses with support for the delivery of patient care. Main Responsibilities:Maintain a proper sterile field during surgical proceduresCount sponges, needles, and instruments before and after operationScrub arms and hands and assist the surgical team to scrub and put on gloves, masks, and surgical clothingProvide technical assistance to surgeons, surgical nurses, or anesthesiologistsPrepare patients for surgery, including positioning patients on the operating table and covering them with sterile surgical drapes to prevent exposureHand instruments and supplies to surgeons and surgeons’ assistants, hold retractors and cut sutures, and perform ohter tasks as directed by surgeon during operationPrepare, care for, and dispose of tissue specimens taken for laboratory analysisWash and sterilze equipment, using germicides adn sterilizers. Monitor and continually assess operating room conditions, including patient and surgical team needsOperate, assemble, adjust, or monitor sterilizers, lights, suction machines, or diagnostic equipment to ensure proper operationPrepare dressings or bandages and apply or assist with application following surgeryClean and restock operating room, gathering and placing equipment and supplies and arranging instruments according to instructions, such as a preference cardOrder surgical suppliesObserve pattients’ vital signs to assess physical conditionMaintain supply of fluids, such as plasma, saline, blood, or glucose, for during use operationsMaintain files and reocrds of surgical procedures Schedule Notes:9A-9:30PWeekend – 2×8 hour on call weekend shift peer month requiredOn Call – 2 additional 8 hour On Call shifts per monthSkills: CST must have minimum of one (1) year of experience in role in acute care setting. Must have experience with variety of surgical procedures including but not limited to Vascular, Neuro, Endo, Gastro and Orthopedic procedures. Candidate must demonstrate:Excellent interpersonal, communication, team-work, and customer service skills. Strong organizational, problem-solving and follow-through skills Ability to multi-task constantly, react to changes quickly/productively, and tolerate interruptions and demonstrate maturity and accountabilityAbility to perform work when no directions are given, and give directions to others Ability to remain flexible, organized, professional and able to analyze, make sound decisions under stressful or crisis situations Required CERTIFIED SURGICAL TECH ORTHO NEURO VASCULAR BLS Additional STERILIZATION LABORATORY SURGICAL TECHNOLOGYEducation: High School diploma/GED or equivalent experience required. Graduate from surgical technology programs accredited through ARC/STSA, a collaborative effort of AST and ACS, by CAAHEP. CAAHEP is a recognized accreditation agency of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Certified Surgical Technologists (CST) EEO/AA/M/F/D/V – Current Certification from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA). BLS required;Languages: English Read Write Speak English(Speak , Read , Write)Job Category: Clinical-Travel Guaranteed Hours: 36.00 Contract Weeks:89