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Hartford Hospital

Surgical Technologist (CST) - West Hartford Surgery Center

Hartford Hospital, West Hartford, Connecticut, United States

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Overview

Surgical Technologist (CST) - West Hartford Surgery Center Location Detail: 334 North Main St W Htfd-Rhab (10110) Work where every moment matters. Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth in Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network. Hartford Hospital is a Level 1 Trauma Center with advanced facilities, including the largest robotic surgery center in the Northeast and the Center for Education, Simulation and Innovation (CESI). As an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Job Description

Provide service and support before, during, and after surgical procedures. Ensure the presence and proper arrangement of surgical equipment and supplies in the operating room for each operation; assist the surgeon during the operation as allowed by professional and legal standards; and assist with cleaning the operating room after the operation, ensuring proper routing of equipment and used materials. Reports to Manager.

Qualifications

Completion of a surgical technician program. Must be certified through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or be able to obtain certification within one year of employment. Maintenance of CPR, BLS validation and attendance of annual Validation Day required. Knowledge of various surgical procedures with the ability to anticipate the needs of the surgeon and to recognize the problems encountered by the surgeon. Knowledge of name and function of surgical equipment and instrumentation required. Excellent interpersonal/communication skills. Strict adherence to policies and regulations regarding maintenance of sterile field required. 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 OR emergency situations.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Health Care Provider

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care

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