CST Main Operating Room Full Time Days
Company: Saint Alphonsus Health System
Location: Nampa
Posted on: October 25, 2024
Job Description:
Employment Type:Full timeShift:12 Hour Day
ShiftDescription:Position Summary and Highlights: We are seeking a
motivated Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) for our Main
Operating Room in Nampa, Idaho!Certified Surgical Technicians play
a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of surgical
procedures. Responsibilities encompass a wide range of tasks, all
aimed at supporting surgeons and nurses in delivering safe and
effective patient care. From preparing operating rooms and
sterilizing equipment to assisting during surgeries and maintaining
a sterile environment, the expertise of a CST is essential to the
success of each operation.Schedule and Benefits:
- This is a full-time benefited position working 36 hours per
week. Position is eligible for benefits from Day 1!
- Some call is required. May discuss details with recruiter.
- May be eligible for incentives including sign-on bonuses and
relocation stipends.
- Shift differential included for evening/weekend/on call
hours.
- Generous PTO (1st year colleagues earn 200 hrs/5 wks of time
off the first year).Minimum Qualifications:
- Certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) by the
NBSTSA or as a Tech in Surgery-Certified (TS-C) by the NCCT is
required.
- At hire, Basic Life Support certification from the American
Heart Association or American Red Cross is required. (ACLS and/or
PALS may be accepted in lieu of BLS)
- One year of scrub experience in an acute care hospital setting
preferred.What You Will Do:
- Demonstrates knowledge and skills to competently care for all
assigned age groups (Neonate, Child, Adolescent, Adult, and
Geriatric as applicable).
- Demonstrates compliance with hospital safety policies and
procedures.
- Demonstrates knowledge of cautery safety (grounding pad and
cautery use during procedure).
- Recognizes breaks in aseptic technique and takes immediate
corrective action.
- Demonstrates equipment checks to assure proper
functioning.
- Updates and reviews surgeon preference cards.
- Able to gown and glove other members of the perioperative
'sterile' team.
- Able to gown and glove self through use of closed and open
method.
- Able to independently function in at least one other specialty
area.
- Anticipates and prioritizes surgeon needs. Communicates with RN
Circulator to obtain needed resources. LPNs may function under the
Nurse Practice Action with RN supervision.
- Responsible for technical equipment and supplies (e.g.,
inventory, usage, organization, maintenance in own specialty
area).
- Trouble-shoots equipment within own specialty to bring to
resolution.
- Independently manages instrument, sponge and sharp counts for
all procedures in specialty areas and all procedures assigned
outside of specialty.
- Assists and/or follows direction of the RN Circulator to set up
a room and obtain equipment, etc.Highlights and Benefits: When
Saint Alphonsus takes care of you, you can take better care of our
patients. We foster personal and professional growth and offer
opportunities that empower our colleagues to develop their careers.
Our belief in work-life balance compliments the natural beauty,
diverse landscapes, and outdoor recreation lifestyle that is unique
to Idaho and Oregon.
- We offer market-competitive pay, generous PTO, and multiple
options for comprehensive benefits that begin on day one.
- Benefits for your future include retirement planning and
matching, college savings plans for your family, and multiple life
insurance plans that can change as your needs develop.
- We are proud to offer Employee Assistance Programs, tuition
reimbursement, and educational opportunities to help you learn and
grow.Visit www.saintalphonsus.org/careers to learn more!
Ministry/Facility Information:Saint Alphonsus Health System is a
faith-based ministry and not-for-profit health system serving
Idaho, Oregon, and northern Nevada communities. The health system
boasts 4 hospitals, 609 licensed beds, and 73 clinic locations.
Through innovative technologies, compassionate staff, and healing
environments, Saint Alphonsus' goal is to improve the health and
well-being of people by emphasizing care that is patient-centered,
physician-led, innovative, and community-based.
- Top 15 Health Systems in the country by IBM Watson Health;
- The region's most advanced Trauma Center (Level II);
- Commission on Cancer Accredited Program through demonstrating
an uncompromising commitment to improving patient survival and
quality of life.Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion Trinity
Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare
systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and
Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all
that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences,
customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best
selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most
accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is
an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will
receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color,
religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other
status protected by law.
Keywords: Saint Alphonsus Health System, Nampa , CST Main Operating Room Full Time Days, Other , Nampa, Idaho
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