Surgical Skilled Technologist - PRN

Indiana University Health System

4d • Onsite

About The Position

IU Health White Memorial Hospital is a Critical Access Hospital located in Monticello, Indiana, proudly serving the community since 1956. In 2008, the hospital expanded to a modern, state of the art facility at 720 South 6th Street, improving access while continuing its tradition of exceptional patient centered care. The hospital provides a comprehensive range of services, including general medical and surgical care, a 24 hour emergency department, advanced diagnostic imaging, laboratory services, chemotherapy, home health, and therapy services. All patient rooms are private and designed with warm colors and natural light to promote comfort and healing. A family friendly environment, complete with pullout beds and wireless internet access, ensures patients and their loved ones feel supported throughout their care experience. This position is a PRN position. CSTs provide service and support before, during, and after surgical procedures. Assists in ensuring the presence and proper arrangement of surgical equipment, supplies and instrumentation in the operating room prior to each operation. Provides assistance to the surgeon in the operating room as allowed by professional and legal standards. Assists in the turnover of the operating room after the procedure ensuring proper routing and/or processing of all specimens, equipment, instrumentation and supplies. Works as a member of the surgical team with surgeons, anesthesiologists, registered nurses, and other surgical personnel.

Requirements

• Requires a High School Diploma/GED.
• Requires certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist obtained from the NBSTSA within four months of employment.
• Requires Basic Life Support Certification.
• Requires the ability to resource advanced technology.
• Requires 15 continuing education units annually as required by state law.
• Requires knowledge of various surgical procedures in order to anticipate the needs of the surgeon and to recognize the problems encountered by the surgeon within 12 months of employment.
• Requires knowledge of name and function of surgical equipment and instrumentation.
• Requires strict adherence to policies and regulations regarding maintenance of sterile field.

Responsibilities

• Provides service and support before, during, and after surgical procedures.
• Assists in ensuring the presence and proper arrangement of surgical equipment, supplies and instrumentation in the operating room prior to each operation.
• Provides assistance to the surgeon in the operating room as allowed by professional and legal standards.
• Assists in the turnover of the operating room after the procedure ensuring proper routing and/or processing of all specimens, equipment, instrumentation and supplies.
• Works as a member of the surgical team with surgeons, anesthesiologists, registered nurses, and other surgical personnel.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED