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South Portland Surgical Center
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
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What they do
A Surgical Technician or Technologist assists with surgical operations. Prepares the operating room and equipment before a procedure, and helps surgeons and nurses during the procedure. Works in hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
$69,944 / year median in Oregon
+9% projected growth
Job Description
Are you feeling burnt out lately? Are you in need of a better work-life balance? South Portland Surgical Center may be a perfect fit! We pride ourselves in our culture and taking care of our team!
- No weekends
- No call
- No holidays
- Hight patient satisfaction scores
- Opportunities to train in different roles
- Gain experience in multiple surgical specialties Please join our OR team!
I. POSITION DUTIES A.
To utilize specialized knowledge of surgical techniques while giving direct and indirect patient care. 1. Demonstrates and adheres to principles of aseptic techniques. 2. Knowledgeable of all basic set-ups for surgical procedures. 3. Assists in ensuring patient safety. B. To perform the tasks of the "scrub" role. 1. Scrubs, gowns, and gloves members of surgical team following aseptic techniques. 2. Assists in set up of operating room with all necessary equipment and supplies. 3. Assists with the preparation, transportation, and monitoring of patients. 4. Arranges instruments according to routine for given procedure. 5. Handles instruments according to routine for given procedure. 6. Maintains sterile field throughout the surgical procedure. 7. Performs room clean up following procedures, as well as general housekeeping duties. 8. Provides assistance in emergency situations as directed. 9. Functions in the role of second assistant following successful skills demonstration. C. To function efficiently as a member of the surgical team. 1. Provides assistance to team members, physicians, and anesthesia personnel as needed (i.e. reliability, initiative, work relations, training needs). 2. Reviews physicians' preference cards and updates as needed. 3. Assists with stocking, preparation, and waste management of supplies. 4. Performs other related duties as assigned. D. To support quality activities. 1. Develop communication skills and promote departmental relationships to ensure continuity of care. 2. Participates in on-going committees and other educational programs to enhance patient care. 3. Maintains current CPR certification. 4. Uses critical thinking and problem solving skills, making suggestions for improvement. 5. Participates in QA activities (fire drills, QI studies, OSHA, etc…) 6. Attends and actively participates in mandatory staff meetings. II . Experience- The Surgical Technician must be a High School graduate or have completed a GED course and successfully completed a recognized Surgical Technician program.
- CST Certification and 2 years experience is preferred.
- The successful candidate must have the ability to work independently as well as function within a team; have a basic knowledge of surgical technique; assist in providing care for the surgical patient; and must possess the ability to handle stress.
Note:
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as assigned by their supervisor.Pay:
From $30.00 per hour Expected hours: 32.0- 40.