Surgical Technologist, Certified - Operating Room (40 Hours, Evenings)

At Boston Medical Center South, we are committed to improving the health of our communities by delivering exceptional, personalized health care with dignity, compassion and respect. Our continued focus on the patient experience informs our caregivers on how to provide care that is respectful of and responsive to individual patient and family preferences, needs and values. If you are seeking a fast-paced, challenging position in an organization committed to achieving and maintaining a standard of excellence in all we do, our organization may be a good fit for you. Schedule: 40 Hours, Evenings, Every Other Weekend, Full Time, Benefit Eligible Responsibilities: The Certified Surgical Tech is a member of the surgical team in the operating room who acts as the primary scrub person who handles instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary, prior to and during the surgical procedure. He/she provides technical assistance during procedures in the operating room. Provides patient care within the prevailing national and state standards of practice and the policies of the facility. May have additional responsibilities as designated by the OR Manager which include, but are not limited to, providing patient care in other areas. The Surgical Tech will have an understanding of the procedures being performed and anticipates the needs of the surgeon. He/she has the necessary knowledge and ability to ensure quality patient care during the operative procedure and is constantly on vigil for maintenance of the sterile field. Checks supplies and equipment needed for surgical procedures. Ensures scrubs and donning of gowns and gloves are completed. Sets up sterile table with instruments, supplies, equipment, and medications/solutions needed for procedures. Performs appropriate counts with circulator prior to the operation and before incision is closed. Helps in draping sterile field. Passes instruments, and supplies to surgeons during procedures. Maintains highest standard of sterile techniques during procedures. Prepares sterile dressings. Cleans and prepares instruments for terminal sterilizations. Assists other members of team with terminal cleaning of rooms. Assists in prepping room for the next patients. Requirements: Education: High School diploma. Completion of an approved surgical technologist course. Experience: 1 year of surgical experience. Certification/Licensure: Certified as a Surgical Technologist, BLS Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans According to the FTC, there has been a rise in employment offer scams. Our current job openings are listed on our website and applications are received only through our website. We do not ask or require downloads of any applications, or “apps” job offers are not extended over text messages or social media platforms. We do not ask individuals to purchase equipment for or prior to employment. Working at Boston Medical Center is more than a job. It’s a chance to make a difference as part of our mission to provide exceptional and equitable care to all. As a nationally-recognized leader in health equity, nursing, initiatives to combat climate change, and many other areas, BMC is dedicated to improving the health of our community in Boston and beyond. BMC’s mission to provide exceptional care without exception extends to our employees, and we have been recognized as a top employer and best place to work. A strong sense of teamwork and support for our staff are the bedrock of BMC, as we know that we can only provide exceptional care to patients when our staff are cared for too. Boston Medical Center is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to Talentacquisition@bmc.org or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request. Boston Medical Center participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. As an E-Verify employer, prospective employees of BMC must complete a background check before beginning their employment at the hospital. BMC requires all staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and flu, as well as receive a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine. According to the FTC, there has been a rise in employment offer scams. Our current job openings are listed on our website and applications are received only through our website. We do not ask or require downloads of any applications, or “apps” job offers are not extended over text messages or social media platforms. We do not ask individuals to purchase equipment for or prior to employment. To avoid becoming a victim of an employment offer scam, please follow these tips from the FTC: FTC Tips