**Surgical Technologist - Center for Same Day Surger** A clinically competent surgical technologist works under the supervision of the registered nurse in delivering safe and effective care to the patient in the intra-operative period. Effectively interacts with patients and health care team members, while maintaining surgical department standards. Works efficiently with acutely ill patients, including emergency situations. Must be a graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology Program, Associates Degree, and keeps current with surgical procedures. Previous experience preferred. Should possess the ability to understand and react effectively to the unique needs and care of all patient population. Technical and mechanical ability, manual dexterity, knowledge of surgical procedure and techniques; sound judgment; ability to follow orders and deal with crisis, emergencies and stress situations; interpersonal skills. Current BLS certification, must complete prior to end of orientation period Must meet one of the following requirements upon hire a. Must hold and maintain a certification from an accredited Surgical Technologist program; b. Has successfully completed training in an appropriate Surgical Technology program in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines or Coast Guard. c. Employed to practice Surgical Technology, where surgical technology was your primary job, in another health care facility within the past two years; D. Obtain certification within six months of hire Equal Employment Opportunity This organization does not discriminate in any way to deprive any person of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status of any employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or military or uniformed services, in accordance with all applicable governmental laws and regulations. In addition, the facility complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. If you are an applicant with a mental or physical disability who needs a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, contact the director of Human Resources at the facility to which you are seeking employment; Simply go to http://www.chs.net/serving-communities/locations/ to obtain the main telephone number of the facility and ask for Human Resources.