Certified Surgical Tech (CST) - Inpatient Surgery - St. Charles Hospital

Job Summary

The Certified Surgical Technologist facilitates the operative or other invasive procedure by preparing and providing the required sterile instruments, supplies and equipment alongside the surgical team.

Essential Functions :

Provides instruments and supplies to the surgical team during the procedure and maintains aseptic technique.

Prepares, maintains, and organizes sterile supplies and instrument for the procedure.

Provides complete case preparation with the ability to adapt of special instruments, supplies, and equipment.

Assists with pre and post procedure cleaning of the operative room and instruments.

Prepares and performs surgical skin prep and clipping as indicated by procedure.

Education :

Associates Degree, Vocational Certification, or Military Certificate in Surgical Technology (required)

Licensure / Certification :

Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association (preferred)

Must be certified by one of the following : Certified Surgical Technologist (CST), National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTA) or Tech in Surgery – Certified (TS-C)( TS-C is not accepted for Surgical Tech jobs in Cincinnati), National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) (required)

Registered Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) with the Virginia Board of Medicine (required if currently reside in Virginia)

Experience :

One year of perioperative, operating room, or related military surgical technology experience (preferred)

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.As a associate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.  What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS / FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Department : Inpatient Surgery - Mercy St. CharlesMercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia,