Certified Surgical Technologist

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JOB SUMMARY

Located in the heart of Scottsdale, Saba Plastic Surgery is a new, state-of-the-art clinic and surgery center providing high quality facial aesthetic care.

Saba Plastic Surgery is seeking an energetic and self-motivated part time and/or per diem certified surgical technologist (CST) to join our team. The surgical technician performs a variety of duties to ensure there is a seamless surgical flow with adequate availability of equipment and supplies needed for procedures.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Completion of surgical technology training from an accredited program

• Active surgical technologist certification (CST)

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

• Minimum one (1) year of CST experience, STRONGLY PREFERRED

• Plastic surgery experience, preferred

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assembles instruments and supplies for scheduled cases according to requirements of procedures and physician’s preference cards

• Assists the surgeon during cases, demonstrating knowledge and understanding of procedures and surgeon’s preferences

• Follows principles of aseptic technique and prescribed operating room practices

• Assists with operating room setup, turnover, and cleaning for optimal efficiency and to maintain a sterile environment

• Correctly uses, cares for, cleans, and sterilizes instruments and equipment

• Maintains sterile processing quality control standards and recordkeeping

• Ensures adequate inventory of surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies to avoid delays in patient care

• Maintains and updates instrument cards and surgeon’s preference cards

• Performs duties in compliance with established standards of care, Practice guidelines, and other regulatory entities

• Other duties as assigned or required

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Thorough understanding of health care technology, equipment, and supplies

• Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to establish/maintain a safe work environment

• Works well with little supervision, showing initiative, dependability, and punctuality

• Skill in time management, problem solving, multitasking, adapting to changing demands, and coordinating clinical care

• Provides input and demonstrates cost containment techniques for perioperative equipment and supplies

• Demonstrates professionalism, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to work cohesively with colleagues

BENEFITS

• Paid time off

• Employee discount on aesthetic products and services

• Flexible schedule

• Free parking

SETTING

• Outpatient surgery

• One location

SCHEDULE

• Day shift, Monday to Friday

• Part time hours and/or as needed (per diem)