Surgical Tech Certified

We’re excited to welcome TriHealth Clinton Regional Hospital to our system—marking a new chapter in our shared mission to deliver exceptional care and strengthen our regional network.

Full Time, Day shift

Job Overview:

 Responsible for preparing for, assisting during, and cleaning up after surgical procedures. Provides patient care in accordance with hospital policies, procedures, and standards of care.

Job Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology

One Of The Following:

Current Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) by the National Board of Surgical Technology & Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)

Current Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) by the Association of Surgical Technologists (AST)

Job Responsibilities:

Prepares operating room with equipment, instruments, and supplies in accordance with procedure and preference card.

May function as a scrub technician or assist with circulating duties under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). Does NOT function as first assistant in a procedure.

Actively participates in TIME OUT prior to incision and/or procedure start.

Anticipates the needs of the surgeon and/or first assistant; and handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment utilized during the surgical procedure.

Demonstrates advanced knowledge of aseptic technique and maintains the sterile field.

Operates equipment as applicable, including sterilizers. Restocks and monitors correct usage of equipment and supplies.

Acquires additional supplies and equipment during operation as required.

Assists with positioning and bed transfers of patients using proper body mechanics and safety.

Maintains a safe environment for patients and personnel by utilizing and enforcing principles of infection control and safety practices, including universal precautions.

Collaborates with staff and physicians to ensure seamless patient flow.

Maintains order in work area during procedures.

Assists physician with splint or cast application.

Assists with cleansing wounds and applying dressings.

Performs sponge, sharps, and instrument counts according to policy.

Performs a Hand-off Communication before relief of duties (i.e., lunch, end of shift).

Handles specimens appropriately and according to policy.

Performs decontamination of instruments and equipment according to standards of practice.

Must be available for on-call duties; must be able to arrive in the department within 20 minutes of notification.

Assists in maintaining operative records and preference cards.

Participates in the department’s Performance Improvement Plan as appropriate to the job responsibilities, including Quality Measures and Customer Service Measures.

Initiate emergency calls when needed.

Maintains competency through departmental and organizational core competencies. Completes all required education and keeps education file up to date.

Answers the telephone calls promptly and courteously and takes messages as appropriate.

Working Conditions:

• Bending - Occasionally
• Climbing - Rarely 
• Concentrating - Frequently 
• Continuous Learning - Frequently 
• Hearing: Conversation - Frequently 
• Hearing: Other Sounds - Frequently 
• Interpersonal Communication - Frequently
• Kneeling - Rarely 
• Lifting <10lbs - Frequently 
• Lifting 50+lbs- Rarely 
• Lifting <50lbs - Occasionally 
• Pulling - Occasionally
• Pushing - Occasionally
• Reaching - Occasionally 
• Reading - Frequently 
• Sitting - Occasionally
• Standing - Frequently 
• Talking - Frequently
• Thinking/Reasoning - Consistently 
• Use of Hands - Frequently 
• Color Vision - Frequently 
• Visual Acuity: Far - Frequently 
• Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently 
• Walking – Frequently

TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors

At TriHealth, we believe there is no responsibility more important than to SERVE our patients, our communities, and our fellow team members. To achieve our vision and mission, ALL TriHealth team members are expected to demonstrate and live the following:

• Serve: ALWAYS...
• • Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello"
• • Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist
• • Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas
• Excel: ALWAYS...
• • Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met
• • Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators)
• • Work on improving quality, safety, and service
• Respect: ALWAYS...
• • Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences.
• • Respect everyone's opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role.
• • Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.
• Value: ALWAYS...
• • Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating.
• • Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe.
• • Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.
• Engage: ALWAYS...
• • Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions.
• • Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community