Summary

Hartford HealthCare is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Surgical Technologist (CST) to join our OR General Surgery team. As a Surgical Technologist, you will provide essential support during surgical procedures, ensuring the proper arrangement of equipment and supplies in the operating room. Your expertise and attention to detail will contribute to the delivery of high-quality patient care.

Details

• Job Type: Full-time
• Job Shift: Shift 2 (Second Shift)
• Standard Hours: 40
• Weekend obligation: No
• Holiday obligation: No

About Hartford HealthCare

Hartford HealthCare is Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network, with over 30,000 dedicated colleagues who pride themselves on making every moment matter. We have been serving our community since 1998 and have earned top honors for quality stroke care, organ donation, and cardiovascular and pulmonary rehabilitation.

Job Description

In this role, you will:

• Provide service and support before, during, and after surgical procedures.
• Ensure the presence and proper arrangement of surgical equipment and supplies.
• Assist the surgeon during the operation.
• Clean the operating room and properly route equipment and used material.
• Report to the Manager.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• Completion of a surgical technician program.
• Certification from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA), or ability to obtain certification within one year of employment.
• CPR and BLS validation.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strict adherence to policies and regulations regarding maintenance of sterile field.
• Knowledge and practice of basic care and patient safety concepts.
• Application of the principles of asepsis in a manner that provides optimal patient care.
• Knowledge of various surgical procedures and equipment.
• Ability to anticipate surgeon's needs and recognize problems encountered during surgery.
• Knowledge of OR emergency situations.

Why Join Us

At Hartford HealthCare, we take great care of careers and offer exciting opportunities for career development and growth. We are on the cutting edge of healthcare, bringing new technologies, breakthrough treatments, and community education to countless men, women, and children. We believe that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees, and we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Join us and make your career moment matter!