Basic Life Support (BLS), Electronic Medical Records, Hospital, MEDITECH, Neurosurgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology, On Call, Orthopedics, Surgical Procedures, Telephone Skills, Training/Teaching, Willing to Travel
Job Title
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) – General Surgery
LocationPittsfield, MA
Schedule / Job TypeContract | Days | 8-Hour Shifts | Onsite
Key Responsibilities- Scrub and assist in a wide range of surgical procedures including General, Gynecology, Vascular, Thoracic, Orthopedics (including total joints), Neurosurgery (head and spine), and Trauma
- Work independently in the surgical setting with minimal supervision
- Precept and support orientation of incoming surgical staff as required
- Respond to on-call assignments and call-back requirements as scheduled
- Adhere to facility dress code and participate in non-billable orientation period upon start
Required Qualifications- Minimum of 5 years of current CST experience (non-negotiable)
- Active NBSTSA certification (NCCT not accepted)
- Active American Heart Association (AHA) BLS certification
- Demonstrated proficiency in General, Gyn, Vascular, Thoracic, Orthopedic (including total joints), Neuro/Head/Spine, and Trauma procedures
- Prior travel assignment experience required (first-time travelers will not be considered)
- Ability to precept and work independently (non-negotiable)
- Must be willing and able to take call; candidates who cannot take call will not be considered
- Must have personal reliable transportation
- Two recent supervisory signed references (within the past two years) required (non-negotiable)
- Current CST Skills Checklist completed within the past year
Preferred Experience / Skills- Experience with C-sections, ENT, Plastics, and/or DaVinci Robotic procedures
- Familiarity with Meditech Expanse EMR system
Why Join Us- Opportunity to work in a highly regarded, nationally recognized teaching hospital offering a full continuum of surgical specialties
- Facility-provided scrubs and access to a comprehensive, state-of-the-art surgical environment
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Concentric Healthcare Staffing