Scrub Tech

We are seeking a skilled Surgical Technologist to join our plastic surgery team in Bala Cynwyd. The ideal candidate will be a team player with a strong work ethic, capable of maintaining sterile environments and providing crucial support to our surgical team.

Responsibilities:

• Greet patients and introduce yourself in a friendly and professional manner.
• Ensure all supplies and instruments are sterile and readily available for surgical procedures.
• Sterilize instruments for operative cases, maintaining sterility at all times.
• Perform surgical scrub, don sterile attire, and provide sterile instruments to the surgical team during procedures.
• Assist with dressing application and ensure proper disposal of used instruments.
• Assist in transferring patients to the recovery area.
• Thoroughly clean operating rooms, including all surfaces, tables, chairs, and floors.
• Clean instruments manually and use ultrasonic cleaner according to established protocols.
• Perform counts of sponges and sharps with circulating nurse pre-op, at skin closure, and when items are added to the field.
• Utilize equipment and supplies in a cost-effective manner.
• Handle all instruments with care, inspecting them before, during, and after surgery, and report any issues to the Director of Nursing.
• Wrap cleaned instruments at the end of the day in preparation for sterilization.

Requirements:

• Certification as a Surgical Technologist (CST).
• Experience in a surgical setting is preferred
• Strong attention to detail and adherence to universal precautions
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to take initiative and work effectively as part of a team.
• Extremely reliable

Schedule:

• Surgery Days: Tuesday/Thursday: 7:30 am - 7:20pm
• Office days: Monday/Wednesday/Friday: Half days, either 9:00 am - 1:00 pm or 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm.

If you are interested and meet the above qualifications please apply today and a recruiter will reach out to you shortly!