Job Summary

Assists in care of patients of all ages before, during and after surgical procedures by performing scrub duties and related functions as a member of the surgical team on a novice to advanced beginner level completing identified job competencies. Maintains patient safety, privacy and confidentiality. Complies with legal aspects of patient care. Complies with sterilization standards and standards for handling sharps or contaminated instruments. Participates in quality improvement activities and completes health system required education annually.

Accountabilities

· Prepares for surgical procedures by collecting necessary supplies and instruments according to Surgeon Preference Card.

· Prepares the Operating Room for cases by opening sterile supplies, setting up table, arranging instruments and supplies according to type of case.

· Assists the surgical team during the operative procedure. Assists in maintaining correct count of instruments, needles and sponges. Identifies and cares for specimens. Handles drugs and solutions under direction of the RN.

· Cleans and prepares rooms between procedures and terminally clean at the end of the day. Returns unused supplies and instruments and extra equipment to proper storage.

· Maintains aseptic techniques; actively monitor situations which could lead to breaches in aseptic technique. Takes action to correct.

Supervisory/Management Responsibilities

This is a non-management job that will report to nurse administrator

Required Certifications/Registrations/Licenses

CST - Surgical Technologist

Certification with NBSTSA or NCCT certification accepted if ST was employed as a ST in S.C. prior to January 1, 2008 or completed a ST military training program.

Qualifications:

- High school diploma or equivalent
- Certified Scrub Technician (CST) certification
- Strong knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology
- Familiarity with aseptic techniques and infection control procedures
- Experience in a hospital or ASC is a plus
- Proficiency in data collection and record-keeping
- Basic life support (BLS) certification preferred

Joining our team as a Certified Scrub Technician offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic healthcare environment, contribute to patient care, and grow professionally.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Per diem

Pay: $23.98 - $28.88 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Healthcare setting:

• Ambulatory surgery center
• JCAHO accredited facility
• Operating room
• Outpatient

Medical specialties:

• Plastic Surgery
• Surgery

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• No weekends

Ability to Commute:

• Hollywood, FL 33021 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Hollywood, FL 33021: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person