Surgical Technologist II

• Provides for a clean, safe and efficient area conducive to optimal patient care
• Utilizes aseptic surgical techniques in the preparation of materials, supplies and equipment for surgical procedures
• Performs all types of procedures and maintains advanced knowledge of a variety of procedures
• Specializes in a surgical specialty area, where applicable, serving as a resource to others and assisting with complex surgical cases
• Ensures the environmental disinfection, safety and efficiency of the operating room
• Notifies appropriate staff of equipment and supply problems
• Transports patients and/or equipment and supplies
• Maintains a specialty cart or item, ensuring its completeness and availability
• Acts as a resource and precepts Surgical Technologists I and/or participates in department or facility committees or work teams
• Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties
• Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served

• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required
• Completion of an accredited or approved program in Surgical Technology
• Typically requires 2 years of experience in a Surgical Technologist position
• Completion of a suturing class approved by supervisor
• Proficient in all surgical specialties with expertise in a minimum of two
• Advanced knowledge and skill of aseptic surgical techniques used in the preparation of materials, supplies and equipment for various surgical procedures and suturing
• Demonstrated ability to anticipate and recognize physician's needs and changes that require unplanned or unanticipated interventions and respond appropriately
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
• Basic computer proficiency
• Must be able to withstand a very stressful and fast-paced environment
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist, lift up to 20 lbs. over the head, carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance, push/pull with 30 lbs. of force, perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present
• Required to use foot pedals on carts or machines
• Must have functional sight and hearing
• Required to wear masks, gloves, goggles, and gowns
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders and twist frequently during work shift
• Must be able to operate all equipment essential to performing the duties of the job

CST highly preferred

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program