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Certified Surgical Technologist

Ascension Health

Nashville, TNPer Diem$25.17–35.08/hrSeen 1w agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$25.17–35.08/hr
Location
Nashville, TN
Schedule
Per Diem
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

BLS Provider CertificationCertified First Surgical Assistant

Job overview

The Certified Surgical Technologist works in the Operating Room at Ascension Saint Thomas Midtown in Nashville. The role supports surgeons by anticipating instrument and supply needs, advocates for patient safety and dignity through positioning and draping, and maintains the sterile field and accurate instrument and sponge counts. Previous CST experience is preferred.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Surgical InstrumentationPatient PositioningDrapingSterile Field ManagementInstrument and Sponge Counts

Qualifications

BLS Provider CertificationCertified First Surgical AssistantHigh School Diploma With 2 Years, Associate's or Technical Degree, or 4 Years' ExperiencePrevious CST Experience

Benefits

401(k) Match

Full job description

Your future role at a glance

  • Location: Nashville, TN

  • Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas Midtown

  • Department/Specialty: Operating Room

  • Schedule: Days l PRN

How you’ll make an impact in this role

  • Intuitive Surgical Partnership: Act as the "right hand" to our surgeons by anticipating every move. With elite focus and a proactive mindset, you'll ensure the exact instrument or supply is ready before it's even requested.

  • Patient Advocacy in Motion: You are a critical guardian of the patient's journey. From precision positioning to meticulous draping, you ensure safety, dignity, and clinical excellence at every stage of the procedure.

  • Guardian of Accuracy: Take ownership of the sterile field with masterfully organized workflows. By maintaining 100% accuracy in instrument and sponge counts, you serve as the final word in patient safety from incision to closure.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

  • Certified First Surgical Assistant obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Hired/transferred before 5/30/21 not required to hold certification. Accepted: National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting; American Board of Surgical Assistants; or National Commission for the Certification of Surgical Assistants.

Education:

  • High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Additional Preferences:

  • Previous CST experience

Benefits that help you thrive

  • Retirement: 403(b) plan

  • Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

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Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process, our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.

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Min Salary: 25.17

Max Salary 35.08

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