Certified Surgical Tech (CST) - L&D

FULL-TIME NIGHTS

The Certified Surgical Tech provides direct and indirect technical care to surgical/obstetric patients along the continuum of the age spectrum facilitating the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures. Follows established practices and standards. Supports the mission statement, policies and procedures of the Baptist Health System. Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION: High-school graduate and Graduate of a Department of Education (DOE) or Council on

Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) accredited surgical technology program.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: 1 year as a Surgical or OB Technologist in acute care or ambulatory setting

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: BHS accepts certifications from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA); CST (Certified Surgical Technologist) or from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT); TS-C (Technician in Surgery–Certified).

REQUIRED COURSES/COMPLETIONS (e.g., CPR) : Must have active healthcare provider Basic Life

Support on hire (ARC or AHA); however, must have AHA Healthcare Provider BLS within 60 days of hire

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