Certified Surgical Tech I - Women's Center

Job Description Summary

Under general supervision, the Certified Surgical Tech I follows established procedural guides in the preparation of sterile supplies and equipment used in the surgical procedures, performs appropriate room duties involved with direct patient care, and functions autonomously as a member of the operating room team. 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.

A high number of candidates may make applications for this position, so make sure to send your CV and application through as soon as possible.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Regular

Cost Center

CC005406 COL - Labor and Deliver (NMC)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-24

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

Work Shift

Job Description

Entity / Organization :   MUHA (Medical University Hospital Authority / Medical Center)

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Job summary : Under general supervision, the Certified Surgical Tech I follows established procedural guides in the preparation of sterile supplies and equipment used in the surgical procedures, performs appropriate room duties involved with direct patient care, and functions autonomously as a member of the operating room team. 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.

Required License Certification and Registration : Incumbent must hold and maintain the Certified Surgical Technologist credential administered by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting, (formerly LCC-ST). If not certified, evidence of continuous employment in the state of South Carolina as a Surgical Technologist before January 1, 2008 is required. New graduates must obtain certification within 90 days of hire.

Basic Life Support required within 2 weeks of hire.  Thereafter, must maintain a Current Basic Life Support (BLS), either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an 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.