Certified Surgical Tech
Certified Surgical Tech
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About Northwest Health
Northwest Arkansas is one of the fastest growing and most dynamic regions in Americaa perfect blend of urban sophistication and small town charm. If you arent local and havent already discovered this check out to see why NWA keeps winning awards as a best place to live.
Top Reasons to Join NORTHWEST AR:
Immediate Health Insurance Coverage
Great benefits such as: Educational Reimbursement 401K Sofi Program
Career growth and advancement potential
Shift Differentials
High quality of life with low cost of living in sunny ARKANSAS
Licenses and Certifications
- BCLS - Basic Life Support required
- CST - Certified Surgical Technologist preferred
Job Summary
The Surgical Technician collaborates with the surgeon and perioperative team to deliver high-quality patient care during surgical procedures. This role prepares and maintains sterile surgical fields assists with procedures and ensures instruments and supplies are used appropriately. The Surgical Technician adheres to infection prevention standards regulatory requirements and facility policies to support optimal patient outcomes.
Essential Functions
- Prepares and maintains the operating room for surgical cases ensuring all equipment instruments and supplies are properly organized and available by applying principles of Universal Precautions asepsis and sterile technique.
- Assists the surgical team by anticipating the needs of the surgeon and passing instruments and supplies accurately and efficiently.
- Handles surgical instruments according to their instructions for use and ensures proper sterilization inspection and assembly.
- Performs point-of-use cleaning and carefully handles instruments in compliance with infection control and professional standards. Performs sponge needle and instrument counts with the circulating nurse to ensure patient safety.
- Assists in patient positioning draping and transfer methods to ensure safety and comfort during procedures.
- Maintains and updates physician preference cards ensuring accurate supplies and instruments are available for procedures.
- Cleans reprocesses and sterilizes surgical instruments and equipment following established protocols.
- Contributes to perioperative team efficiency by restocking supplies returning equipment to storage and ensuring operating rooms are ready for subsequent cases.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
- Technical School graduate of Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing program required or
- Associate Degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences required
- 0-2 years of operating room surgical technician experience required
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of surgical procedures instrumentation and aseptic techniques.
- Strong understanding of sterilization methods and infection prevention practices.
- Ability to anticipate the needs of the surgical team and respond quickly and effectively.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with the perioperative team.
- Attention to detail and organizational skills to ensure procedural accuracy and efficiency.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a high-pressure environment while maintaining professionalism.
Licenses and Certifications
- BCLS - Basic Life Support required
- CST - Certified Surgical Technologist preferred
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Employment Type
Full-Time
