Certified Surgical Tech

Company: Bon Secours
Location: Newport News
Posted on: September 20, 2022

Job Description:

Thank you for considering a career at Bon Secours!Mary Immaculate Hospital - Newport NewsJob Summary:The Certified Surgical Tech assists the surgical team by acting as the primary scrub technician who handles the instruments, supplies and equipment during surgical procedures. The Surgical Tech is also tasked with preparing and sterilizing the operating rooms, as well as the necessary equipment and instruments, prior to any surgical procedure. Working collaboratively and promoting teamwork is key to success in this Certified Surgical Tech position.Essential Functions: ---Prepares and organizes the operating room equipment, instruments, and supplies as required for various surgical procedures---Assists in the maintenance of the sterile field by applying principles of aseptic techniques and informing the surgeon/surgical team of infractions---Provides instruments and supplies to the surgical team during procedures---Cleans, wraps and prepares the instruments for sterilization---Retrieves, collects and properly labels specimens---Checks and monitors medications and assists with the placement of sterile drapes---Other duties as assignedEducation:---High School Degree or GED required---Associates Degree or Vocational Certification, Surgical Tech requiredLicensing & Certifications:---Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification---Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart AssociationExperience (preferred):---New graduate applications will be accepted. Minimum of one year perioperative experience, can include military training for surgical technologists and/or operating room technicians (preferred but not required)Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer.Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plansPrescription drug coverageFlexible spending accountsLife insurance w/ADEmployer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligiblePaid time offEducational AssistanceAnd much more *Benefits offerings vary according to employment statusScheduled Weekly Hours:40Work Shift: All (United States of America)Department: All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health - Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours - Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.

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