Certified Surgical Technologist - $23+ per hour at Tenet Massachusetts
Cherry Valley, MA 01611
About the Job
Tenet Massachusetts is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist for a job in Cherry Valley, Massachusetts.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Certified Surgical Technologist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Duration: Ongoing
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 10 hours, days
- Employment Type: Staff
SCHEDULE: Full-time, 6:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. +call
4x10hr shifts; call every other weekend/holiday rotation required
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Under the general supervision of the V. P. of Perioperative Service and OR Clinical Coordinator, and under the direction of the OR RN and according to established policies, procedures, and OR standards facilitate safe and effective surgical, invasive, and diagnostic procedures. Ensures patient safety by providing the surgeon adequate supplies, functioning equipment, and instruments. The surgical technologist possesses an expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique, human anatomy, surgical procedures, implementation tools, and technologies to facilitate a surgeon’s performance of invasive, therapeutic, and diagnostic procedures. Practice follows all regulatory agencies including: The Joint Commission, Department of Public Health, CMS, CDC, and OSHA.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides competency-based patient and family centered care to patients of all ages undergoing elective and emergency surgical, invasive, and diagnostic procedures
Service
Minimizes delays for the surgeon, patient, and family by ensuring supplies, instruments and equipment are available and participates in all other activities to ensure that all “Room” preparations have been completed.
In conjunction with the Service Leader and Educator for Perioperative Service.
Serves as a resource to other scrub personnel, including but not limited to OR and Perinatal RNs, Surgical Technologists, and students.
Communicates physician’s requests for any changes in supplies, instruments, and equipment to the Specialty Service Leader.
Professional Practice
Competent to scrubs all elective and emergency surgical procedures performed. Maintains up-to-date knowledge of AORN Standards and Recommended Practices
Actively participates in unit-based staff meetings and educational programs. Responsible to seek out information when unable to attend meetings or programs.
Maintains up-to-date knowledge in clinical advances in the equipment and supplies used.
Participates in the development and revision of policies and procedures
ONBOARDING PROCESS:
Please be advised that candidates must successfully complete a background check and pre-employment health screening which includes a drug screen.
KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE, AND OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS:
Graduate for an accredited program of surgical technology required.
CST – Certified Surgical Technologist
NBSTSTA – National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting
BLS – American Heart Association
Ability to arrive to hospital within 30 minutes from the time called when on-call
Cardiac experienced preferred
1-year surgical technologist experience
Tenet Massachusetts Job ID #2403017120.
About Tenet Massachusetts
Facilities:
Saint Vincent Hospital – Worcester, MA
MetroWest Medical Center – Framingham, MA
Leonard Morse Hospital – Natick, MA (part of MWMC)
MA - SVH
Tenet’s Saint Vincent Hospital has been providing high-quality health care to Worcester and the surrounding communities for more than 125 years. At Saint Vincent Hospital, we believe you should have access to the treatments you need without having to travel far from home. We are proud to have been the first hospital in central Massachusetts to offer robotically assisted surgical procedures and minimally invasive, computer-assisted joint replacements. Among the distinctions that we have received include our designations as a Blue Distinction Center for
Cardiac Services, Bariatric Surgery, and both Knee and Hip Replacement. We continue to be leaders in state-of-the-art treatments like our CyberKnife Radiosurgery, and our Cardiac Rehabilitation Program which offers a unique, specialized approach to overcoming heart health challenges. Healthgrades awarded Saint Vincent Hospital #1 in Cardiology in the state and one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals for Coronary Intervention in 2023 and 2024, which puts Saint Vincent Hospital in the top 5% of hospitals nationwide for coronary intervention. At Saint Vincent Hospital, you can grow your career skills through a wide range of specialties, and help support the overall health of our community.
MA - MWMC
Tenet’s MetroWest Medical Center has been serving the community since we opened as the first public medical facility in Framingham in 1893. MetroWest Medical Center is comprised of Framingham Union Hospital and Leonard Morse Hospital, a unique behavioral health specialty center located in Natick dedicated to the mental health of our community. At Framingham Union Hospital, you’ll find comprehensive health care services for your entire family including 24-hour
emergency care, advanced cardiac care, high-tech cancer treatments, and advanced maternity care including our Special Care Level IIB nursery and high risky pregnancy care. MetroWest Medical Center was recognized by the Joint Commission with a Gold Seal of Approval, a symbol of quality that reflects our commitment to meeting performance standards and providing safe and effective patient care. Our skilled cardiac team has been recognized as one of Healthgrades’ America’s 100 best hospitals for Coronary Intervention and ranked among the top 5% in the nation for coronary interventional procedures in 2023. At MetroWest Medical Center, you can grow your career skills and be a vital member of our team dedicated to improving the health of our community.
Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- 401k retirement plan