Certified Surgical Technician
Georgetown Surgery Center, Georgetown, TX, United States
Overview
Georgetown Surgery Center provides a diverse array of surgical specialties and a multi‑specialty team dedicated to delivering outstanding care and tailored solutions across a wide spectrum of surgical disciplines. The center offers services including gastroenterology, orthopedics, general surgery, spine surgery, pain management, ENT, and procedures for hand, foot, and ankle conditions, along with a Total Joint Program for knees, hips, and shoulders.
At Georgetown Surgery Center, patient‑centered care is a guiding principle, with an emphasis on listening to individual healthcare needs and collaborating to create personalized treatment plans.
About Regent Surgical Health
Since 2001, Regent Surgical Health has been a leader in developing and managing partnerships between hospitals and physicians to sustain long‑term clinical and financial success through proprietary ASC ownership models.
Position Summary
The Certified Surgical Technician (CST) serves as a member of the healthcare team and provides technical support to the surgeon, registered nurse, and anesthesiologist in the operating room. The CST assumes appropriate responsibilities in the perioperative area by scrubbing, assisting the RN circulator, setting up and breaking down surgical procedures, pulling and putting away supplies and equipment, and performing environmental service duties.
Duties/Responsibilities
Ensure proper supplies, equipment, and instruments are ready for use.
Clean operating room between cases.
Restock operating rooms as necessary to meet par levels.
Assist other operating rooms for coverage.
Knowledge of surgeon preferences, procedures, instrumentation, and equipment.
Prepare cases for the next day.
Operate sterilizer, lights, suction machine, and other designated equipment as needed.
Ensure patient, procedure, operative site, positioning and equipment correspond.
Follow the center exposure control plans for bloodborne and airborne pathogens.
Report observed or suspected breaks in sterile technique and act according to policy.
Perform hand scrub according to policy and procedure.
Arrange instruments and supplies for the surgical procedure.
Maintain the integrity of instruments.
Ensure proper counting of sponges, instruments, and sharps.
Assist in gowning of other personnel and draping of patient.
Anticipate the surgeon’s needs.
Pass instruments to the surgeon and/or assistant as appropriate.
Communicate needs to circulators to ensure efficient and uninterrupted progress of the procedure.
Prepare and preserve specimens.
Verify name, strength, and dosage of medication with circulator; label and place on the surgical field as appropriate.
Clean and disinfect all tables, counter surfaces, stands, and floor.
May help transport patients and restock the operating room.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Education/Experience
REQUIRED:
High school diploma or equivalent
Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology
CST certification verified via NBSTSA
BLS certification (as required by individual ASC policy)
Preferred:
One year of current Surgical Tech experience in an OR setting.
Physical Setting
Ambulatory surgery center
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Maternity Leave
Pet Insurance
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Georgetown Surgery Center provides a diverse array of surgical specialties and a multi‑specialty team dedicated to delivering outstanding care and tailored solutions across a wide spectrum of surgical disciplines. The center offers services including gastroenterology, orthopedics, general surgery, spine surgery, pain management, ENT, and procedures for hand, foot, and ankle conditions, along with a Total Joint Program for knees, hips, and shoulders.
At Georgetown Surgery Center, patient‑centered care is a guiding principle, with an emphasis on listening to individual healthcare needs and collaborating to create personalized treatment plans.
About Regent Surgical Health
Since 2001, Regent Surgical Health has been a leader in developing and managing partnerships between hospitals and physicians to sustain long‑term clinical and financial success through proprietary ASC ownership models.
Position Summary
The Certified Surgical Technician (CST) serves as a member of the healthcare team and provides technical support to the surgeon, registered nurse, and anesthesiologist in the operating room. The CST assumes appropriate responsibilities in the perioperative area by scrubbing, assisting the RN circulator, setting up and breaking down surgical procedures, pulling and putting away supplies and equipment, and performing environmental service duties.
Duties/Responsibilities
Ensure proper supplies, equipment, and instruments are ready for use.
Clean operating room between cases.
Restock operating rooms as necessary to meet par levels.
Assist other operating rooms for coverage.
Knowledge of surgeon preferences, procedures, instrumentation, and equipment.
Prepare cases for the next day.
Operate sterilizer, lights, suction machine, and other designated equipment as needed.
Ensure patient, procedure, operative site, positioning and equipment correspond.
Follow the center exposure control plans for bloodborne and airborne pathogens.
Report observed or suspected breaks in sterile technique and act according to policy.
Perform hand scrub according to policy and procedure.
Arrange instruments and supplies for the surgical procedure.
Maintain the integrity of instruments.
Ensure proper counting of sponges, instruments, and sharps.
Assist in gowning of other personnel and draping of patient.
Anticipate the surgeon’s needs.
Pass instruments to the surgeon and/or assistant as appropriate.
Communicate needs to circulators to ensure efficient and uninterrupted progress of the procedure.
Prepare and preserve specimens.
Verify name, strength, and dosage of medication with circulator; label and place on the surgical field as appropriate.
Clean and disinfect all tables, counter surfaces, stands, and floor.
May help transport patients and restock the operating room.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Education/Experience
REQUIRED:
High school diploma or equivalent
Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology
CST certification verified via NBSTSA
BLS certification (as required by individual ASC policy)
Preferred:
One year of current Surgical Tech experience in an OR setting.
Physical Setting
Ambulatory surgery center
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Maternity Leave
Pet Insurance
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