What are the responsibilities and job description for the CST position at Salem Regional Medical Center?
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Position: Full Time Certified Surgical Tech (CST)
Department: Surgery
Shift: 40 hours per week, Shift Varies, 10 Hour Shift
PURPOSE
The OR/RR Certified Surgical Technician, or the Certified Surgical Technician-First Assistant, under the direction of the Director of Perioperative Services or his/her designee and the supervision of the surgeon, scrubs on operative procedures. Performs tasks related to patient care as assigned to non-professional staff under the direct supervision of the RN. With guidance, these individuals are responsible for the care and safety of the infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient population. This position may also require the employee to perform related duties and activities as assigned by Supervision.
QUALIFICATIONS
- High School/GED required. Graduate from an accredited Surgical Technologist school.
- Must be currently certified in Basic Cardiac Life Support and maintain currency of certification.
- Must have the manual dexterity to perform the functions of scrubbing and suturing, the strength and endurance to retract and assist the surgeon.
- Work experience as a Surgical Technician required with a minimum of 1 year of recent work experience.
- Demonstrates knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and operative techniques related to specific operative procedures.
- Certification required within six months of hire.
BENEFITS
· Competitive wages
· Medical/prescription insurance
· Dental insurance
· Vision insurance
· Accident and critical insurance
· Employer paid life insurance
· 403 (b) retirement with employer matching
· Tuition reimbursement
· Continuing education reimbursement
· Cafeteria discounts
· Employee Assistance Program
· Shift differential