Surgical Technologist I

Medical University of South Carolina • Camden, NJ

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Certified Surgical Tech I follows established procedural guides in the preparation of sterile supplies and equipment used in the surgical procedures, performs appropriate room duties involved with direct patient care, and functions autonomously as a member of the operating room team. Demonstrates knowledge and skills required to provide care and/or service appropriate to the level of development of patients, with consideration of the needs of patients’ families. Entity Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Requirements

• Incumbent must hold and maintain the Certified Surgical Technologist credential administered by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting, (formerly LCC-ST).
• If not certified, evidence of continuous employment in the state of South Carolina as a Surgical Technologist before January 1, 2008 is required.
• New graduates must obtain certification within 90 days of graduation. <6 months experience.
• Basic Life Support required within 2 weeks of hire.
• Thereafter, must maintain a Current Basic Life Support (BLS), either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.
• High school diploma.
• Graduation from an accredited school of surgical technology or surgical technology military program.

Responsibilities

• preparation of sterile supplies and equipment used in the surgical procedures
• performs appropriate room duties involved with direct patient care
• functions autonomously as a member of the operating room team

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED