Certified Surgical Tech (CST)

The Surgical Technologist demonstrates basic knowledge and skills in the scrub role, necessary to provide assistance during surgical procedures performed in the department.

• The Surgical Technologist is responsible for aseptic technique, setting up the required equipment, instrumentation and sterile supplies as needed for their assigned cases;
• Scrubbing and passing instruments and equipment during surgical procedures;
• Pulling cases as needed, breaking down cases at the end of the procedure, sets up operating room and supplies needed for day/following day’s schedule.
• Available for call on an assigned scheduled basis as required by unit need.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education:

• Required: Graduate of a CAAHEP accredited surgical technology program.
• Preferred: Associate degree.

Experience:

• Preferred: 1 year.

Certifications:

• Required: AHA BLS. Surgical Technology certification.

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