Surgical Tech Certified - St. Cloud Surgical Center
SCA Health, Saint Cloud, MN, United States
Overview
At SCA Health, we believe health care is about people - the patients we serve, the physicians we support and the teammates who push us forward. Behind every successful facility, procedure or innovation is a team of 15,000+ professionals working together, learning from each other and living out the mission, vision and values that define our organization.
As part of Optum, SCA Health is redefining specialty care by developing more accessible, patient-centered practice solutions for a network of more than 370 ambulatory surgical centers, over 400 specialty physician practice clinics and numerous labs and surgical hospitals. Our work spans a broad spectrum of services, all designed to support physicians, health systems and employers in delivering efficient, value-based care to patients without compromising quality or autonomy.
What sets SCA Health apart isn’t just what we do, it’s how we do it . Each decision we make is rooted in
seven core values :
Clinical quality
Integrity
Service excellence
Teamwork
Accountability
Continuous improvement
Inclusion
Our values aren’t empty words - they inform our attitudes, actions and culture. At SCA Health, your work directly impacts patients, physicians and communities. Here, you’ll find opportunities to build your career alongside a team that values your expertise, invests in your success, and shares a common mission to care for patients, serve physicians and improve health care in America.
At SCA Health, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, well-being, and financial future. Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k plan with company match, paid time off, life and disability insurance, and more. Please visit, https://careers.sca.health/why-sca, to learn more about our benefits.
Your ideas should inspire change. If you join our team,
they will .
Responsibilities
We are actively hiring for a
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) .
Ability to correlate clinical data with patient’s care under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
Ability to set priorities.
Ability to provide directions to others that are clear, concise and promote efficiency throughout the clinical areas of the facility.
Ability to communicate well with patients, families, teammates, physicians, other members of the healthcare team, etc.
Recognizes legal and policy limits of individual practice.
Practices the principles and procedures of sterile technique.
Opening cases, setting up instrumentation and proper draping
Handles specimens in accordance with facility policy and procedures.
Removes drapes at end of procedure, cleanses the patients of prep solution and applies dressings as needed.
Cleans and/or disinfects instruments and equipment after use and returns it to the proper area for storage or processing.
Differentiates sterilization methods required for specific instruments and equipment following manufacture’s written instructions.
Participates in sponge, instrument and needle count with the circulating nurse.
Demonstrates ability to understand and use sterilizers, high-level disinfectors, instrument washers, and other designated processors.
Demonstrates ability to understand use, function, and interpretation of chemical and biological indicators related to instrument and equipment high-level disinfection and sterilization processes.
Demonstrates understanding of operating room/procedure room technical equipment according to manufacturer’s guidelines, policy and procedures.
Assists with stocking, replenishing and preparation of supplies.
Updates knowledge in surgical techniques and related care.
Checks updated schedule every morning and prepares room supplies and equipment.
Performs closures under direction of Physician after completion of approved class.
Maintains privacy and confidentiality of individuals and health information.
Considers age specific needs in communication.
Identifies potentially unsafe situations and notifies supervisor.
Demonstrates fiscal responsibility.
Actively participates in staff meetings (review minutes), team meetings, training and daily safety huddle communication.
Maintains compliance with fire, emergencies, blood-borne pathogens, exposure to chemicals, SDS sheets, MERTKA, spill kits, AWAIR program and other emergency and safety precautions as required by center.
Comply with all SCA and facility policies and procedures.
Performs all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
High School Graduate or equivalent.
Graduate of a recognized and accredited Surgical Technologist Program.
Prior Experience as a Surgical Technologist preferred.
Current Surgical Technologist certification preferred.
Successful completion of BLS Course within 90 days of employment or documentation of current BLS certification.
USD $30.00/Hr. USD $42.00/Hr.
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At SCA Health, we believe health care is about people - the patients we serve, the physicians we support and the teammates who push us forward. Behind every successful facility, procedure or innovation is a team of 15,000+ professionals working together, learning from each other and living out the mission, vision and values that define our organization.
As part of Optum, SCA Health is redefining specialty care by developing more accessible, patient-centered practice solutions for a network of more than 370 ambulatory surgical centers, over 400 specialty physician practice clinics and numerous labs and surgical hospitals. Our work spans a broad spectrum of services, all designed to support physicians, health systems and employers in delivering efficient, value-based care to patients without compromising quality or autonomy.
What sets SCA Health apart isn’t just what we do, it’s how we do it . Each decision we make is rooted in
seven core values :
Clinical quality
Integrity
Service excellence
Teamwork
Accountability
Continuous improvement
Inclusion
Our values aren’t empty words - they inform our attitudes, actions and culture. At SCA Health, your work directly impacts patients, physicians and communities. Here, you’ll find opportunities to build your career alongside a team that values your expertise, invests in your success, and shares a common mission to care for patients, serve physicians and improve health care in America.
At SCA Health, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, well-being, and financial future. Our offerings include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k plan with company match, paid time off, life and disability insurance, and more. Please visit, https://careers.sca.health/why-sca, to learn more about our benefits.
Your ideas should inspire change. If you join our team,
they will .
Responsibilities
We are actively hiring for a
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) .
Ability to correlate clinical data with patient’s care under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
Ability to set priorities.
Ability to provide directions to others that are clear, concise and promote efficiency throughout the clinical areas of the facility.
Ability to communicate well with patients, families, teammates, physicians, other members of the healthcare team, etc.
Recognizes legal and policy limits of individual practice.
Practices the principles and procedures of sterile technique.
Opening cases, setting up instrumentation and proper draping
Handles specimens in accordance with facility policy and procedures.
Removes drapes at end of procedure, cleanses the patients of prep solution and applies dressings as needed.
Cleans and/or disinfects instruments and equipment after use and returns it to the proper area for storage or processing.
Differentiates sterilization methods required for specific instruments and equipment following manufacture’s written instructions.
Participates in sponge, instrument and needle count with the circulating nurse.
Demonstrates ability to understand and use sterilizers, high-level disinfectors, instrument washers, and other designated processors.
Demonstrates ability to understand use, function, and interpretation of chemical and biological indicators related to instrument and equipment high-level disinfection and sterilization processes.
Demonstrates understanding of operating room/procedure room technical equipment according to manufacturer’s guidelines, policy and procedures.
Assists with stocking, replenishing and preparation of supplies.
Updates knowledge in surgical techniques and related care.
Checks updated schedule every morning and prepares room supplies and equipment.
Performs closures under direction of Physician after completion of approved class.
Maintains privacy and confidentiality of individuals and health information.
Considers age specific needs in communication.
Identifies potentially unsafe situations and notifies supervisor.
Demonstrates fiscal responsibility.
Actively participates in staff meetings (review minutes), team meetings, training and daily safety huddle communication.
Maintains compliance with fire, emergencies, blood-borne pathogens, exposure to chemicals, SDS sheets, MERTKA, spill kits, AWAIR program and other emergency and safety precautions as required by center.
Comply with all SCA and facility policies and procedures.
Performs all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
High School Graduate or equivalent.
Graduate of a recognized and accredited Surgical Technologist Program.
Prior Experience as a Surgical Technologist preferred.
Current Surgical Technologist certification preferred.
Successful completion of BLS Course within 90 days of employment or documentation of current BLS certification.
USD $30.00/Hr. USD $42.00/Hr.
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