CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S., from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services, CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources, CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen, both inside our hospitals and out in the community.
Responsibilities
The Surgical Technologist assists in patient care and preparation of surgical patients; Performs scrub duties and related procedures; Accountable for ensuring cleaning and maintenance of supplies and equipment for selected specialty. Performs in the advanced roles of preceptor, service specialist and instrument room liaison.
Assist surgical team in the scrubbing role according CHI St. Luke's policies and procedures. Maintain a sterile field. Report immediately any breaks in aseptic technique. Pass instruments, suture products, medication, and sponge materials to surgeon. Assist with retracting of tissue and organs, and suctioning by holding the retracting Instrument that has been placed by the surgeon. Electrosurgical current may be applied as directed by the surgeon. Perform surgical counts with the RN according to policy and procedure. Proficiently function in the scrub role for all services providedQualifications
High School Diploma/GEDCertified Surgical Technologist (CST) or Certified Surgical First Assistant (CST/CSFA) required as of September 1, 2010 or "grandfathered" employees or LVNTwo (2) years of experience American Heart BLS required