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Certified Surgical Technologist

Trinity Health

Hartford, CTFull-timeNo compensation foundPosted 1w agoVerified open 5 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Hartford, CT
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Certified CST From NBSTSABLS Certification From American Heart Association Or Red Cross

Job overview

Trinity Health is hiring a Certified Surgical Technologist. The Certified Surgical Technologist works under the direct supervision of registered nurses at Saint Francis Hospital, providing first‑scrub assistance, preparing sterile supplies, transporting patients, and supporting efficient operating room operations.

Key focus areas include Assist with preparation of sterile and unsterile supplies and equipment, Assume responsibility for care of supplies and equipment and transport patients, and Report unusual occurrences to the Operating Room Director or designee.

Important skills include Scrub Assistance, Sterile Supply Preparation, Patient Transport, and Patient Lifting And Positioning. Preferred (not required): Operating Room Cross‑Training.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Scrub AssistanceSterile Supply PreparationPatient TransportPatient Lifting and PositioningOperating Room Cross‑Training

Qualifications

Graduate of Accredited School of Surgical TechnologyCertified CST From NBSTSABLS Certification From American Heart Association or Red CrossMinimum One Year of Scrub ExperienceOn‑Call Weekends and Holidays

Full job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift

Description: Posting Job Description Come join the Nursing Support team at Saint Francis Hospital, part of Trinity Health Of New England! We are a member of the nationwide Trinity Health family, bringing compassionate care to our communities.

Position Purpose:

Functions as a professional under the direct and continuous supervision of qualified professional registered nurses and in accordance with established procedures and aseptic principles functions as a first scrub/scrub assistant in selected cases to render quality service to patients of all ages and surgeons during operative procedures.

What you will do:

  • Assists with the preparation of sterile/unsterile supplies and equipment.

  • Assumes responsibility for the proper care of all supplies and equipment; transports patients and assists with transferring patients from stretcher to table and vice versa; assists with lifting and positioning patients.

  • Reports unusual occurrences to the Operating Room Director or designee and contributes to the efficient and productive operations of the Operating Room.

  • Cross-training between Main OR and Ambulatory Unit.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Education : Graduate of an accredited school of Surgical Technology.

  • Licensure : Certified CST from NBSTSA

  • Certification : BLS from American Heart Association or Red Cross required. New Requirement as of 10/1/2023, uncertified Techs have 18 months to provide proof of certification. THOfNE gives 1 chance to pass licensure exam.

  • Experience : Minimum one year of scrub experience preferred.

  • On-Call- Weekend and Holidays (Required)

Position Highlights and Benefits

  • Full-Time, 40 Hours- Day Shift

  • Career growth and advancement potential

  • Award-winning Patient Access Department

Ministry/Facility Information

Trinity Health Of New England is an integrated health care delivery system that is comprised of world-class providers and facilities dedicated to full spectrum preventative, acute, and post-acute care. We aim to deliver top level care to increase our community's overall health at lower costs. While we serve nearly 3 million people, we are proud to be a part of a national system that focuses on +putting our patients first and having the best colleagues to do so.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are 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, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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