FlexStaff is seeking a dedicated and skilled Surgical Technologist to join our client’s dynamic surgical team. Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, surgeon, or other healthcare professionals, you will play a vital role in ensuring the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures. You will assist in various capacities that contribute to patient care and surgical success in a fast-paced environment.

 

Responsibilities:

Prepare the operating room and sterile field for surgical procedures, including setting up surgical supplies, instruments, and equipment while ensuring proper functioning. Assist healthcare professionals in managing sterile solutions and medications during surgery. Verify patient identity, surgical site, and procedure prior to surgery. Aid in patient positioning and adhere to safety protocols throughout the surgical process. Maintain sterile techniques, including gowning and gloving. Assist surgeons during operations by anticipating instrument needs and managing the surgical field. Maintain accurate counts of sponges, needles, and instruments throughout procedures. Support in achieving hemostasis and ensuring surgical asepsis is maintained. Prepare bandages and dressings and assist with post-surgical care. Handle specimens appropriately for laboratory analysis. Participate in the cleaning of the operating room and replenishment of supplies post-procedure. Operate sterilizers, lights, suction machines, and assist with diagnostic equipment as needed. Engage in ongoing professional development and complete continuing education requirements.

 

Qualifications:

Level I: 

Documented designation of Grandfathered status as a Surgical Technologist; or  Completion of an appropriate training program for Surgical Technologists in the military (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, or Public Health Service); or    Federal government service related to Surgical Technology practices. 

 

Level II: 

Hold and maintain a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting. 

 

Surgical Technologists must hold and maintain a CST credential and complete fifteen (15) hours of continuing education annually. 

 

 

 

*Additional Salary Detail The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts,