Hoffman Estates - Full Time - Certified Surgical Technician at Regent Surgical

Hoffman Estates, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

12 Dec, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Surgical Support, Sterile Technique, Instrument Handling, Patient Positioning, Environmental Services, Supply Management, Communication, Case Preparation, Specimen Preservation, Equipment Operation, Team Collaboration, Attention to Detail, Problem Solving, BLS Certification, CST Certification, Operating Room Procedures

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

POSITION SUMMARY: The Surgical Technician serves as a member of the healthcare team and provides technical support to the surgeon, registered nurse, and anesthesiologist in the operating room. The Surgical Technologist assumes appropriate responsibilities in the perioperative area by scrubbing, assisting the RN circulator, setting up and breaking down surgical procedures, pulling and putting away supplies and equipment, and environmental service duties. DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Cleans operating room between cases. Ensures proper supplies, equipment, and instruments are ready for use. Restocks operating rooms as necessary to meet par levels. Assists other operating rooms for coverage. Knowledge of surgeon preferences, procedures, instrumentation, and equipment. Prepares cases for next day. May operate sterilizer, lights, suction machine, and other designated equipment. Ensures patient, procedure, operative site, positioning and equipment correspond. Follows the center exposure control plans/blood borne and airborne pathogens. Reports observed or suspected breaks in sterile technique and acts according to policy Performs hand scrub according to policy and procedure. Arranges instruments and supplies for surgical procedure. Maintains integrity of instruments. Ensures proper counting of sponges, instruments, and sharps. Assists in gowning of other personnel and draping of patient. Anticipates surgeon’s needs. Passes instruments to surgeon and/or assistant as appropriate. Communicates needs to circulators to ensure efficient and uninterrupted progress of procedure. Prepares and preserves specimens. Verifies name, strength, and dosage of medication with circulator; confirms, labels, and place on surgical field. Cleans and disinfects all tables, counter surfaces, stands, and floor. May help transport patient and restock the operating room. Performs other duties as assigned EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: High school diploma or equivalent Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology CST certification verified via NBSTSA BLS certification PREFERRED: One year of current Surgical Tech experience in an OR setting.

Responsibilities

The Surgical Technician provides technical support in the operating room, assisting the surgeon, registered nurse, and anesthesiologist. Responsibilities include preparing the surgical area, maintaining sterile conditions, and ensuring all necessary supplies and instruments are available.