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A Surgical Technologist technician is responsible for direct and indirect care of the surgical patient
Required: - High School education or equivalent. Preferred: - N/A
Required: - N/A Preferred: - N/A Position Requirement(s): License/Certification/Registration Required:
- Must maintain certification as a surgical technologist from a national certifying body recognized by the health facilities commission; or obtains such certification no later than eighteen (18) months after completion of a surgical technology program. Or, have documented evidence of surgical technology training through the U.S. Armed Forces, National Guard, or U.S. Public Health Service in lieu of certification; or qualify as recognized by the State of TN.
- BLS certification completed prior to going to unit/department and maintained going forward.
Preferred: - CST (Certified Surgical Tech) Department
- The Surgical Technologist functions as a member of the surgical team responsible for the obtaining of surgical supplies, preparation of the surgical field and maintenance of procedure sterility. The Surgical technologist works in collaboration with the medical, anesthesia, managerial, nursing and clinical staff in order to ensure optimal patient outcomes. - The Surgical Technologist must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
This individual further contributes to the department and Medical Center through support of the philosophy and objectives.
Full-time