Certified Surgical Technologist / CST

BSA Health System

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Amarillo, Texas

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The CST facilitates safe and effective invasive surgical procedures under the supervision of surgeons and nurses. They are responsible for maintaining the sterile field and ensuring the operating room environment is safe for patients.

Qualifications

You have completed an accredited educational program for surgical technologists and hold or can obtain certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST). You are proficient in ensuring the sterility and safety of the operating room environment and are able to maintain a sterile field during surgical procedures. You will also need to obtain BLS certification within 14 days of hire.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

NBSTSA

NCCT

BLS certification

Surgical technology

Job Description

Overview

Join our team as a weekend shift, full-time, Surgery Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) in Amarillo, TX. 

Why Join Us? 

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better 

  • Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.  
  • People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.  
  • Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care

Get to Know Your Team: 

  • BSA Hospital is a 445-bed hospital serving the Amarillo area for over 120 years and continues to be Amarillo’s preferred healthcare provider. At BSA, the focus is to provide quality healthcare in Christian love, service, and dignity. 

Learn About a Day In the Life of a Surgical Tech:


Responsibilities

  • The Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) works under the supervision of surgeons, registered nurses, and other surgical personnel to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures.
  • The CST ensures quality patient care during the operative procedure and is constantly on vigil for maintenance of the sterile field.
  • This role ensures the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:  

  • Completion of a CAAHEP-accredited or other nationally accredited educational program for surgical technologists.
  • Must hold and maintain certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or NCCT certification if practicing prior to 2009.

  • BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

  • Completion of a CAAHEP-accredited or other nationally accredited educational program for surgical technologists.

Preferred Job Requirements:  

  • Previous experience as a surgical technologist.

BSA Health System

BSA Health System, located in Amarillo, Texas, is an extensive health system providing clinical excellence to the Texas Panhandle and the Tri-State area. Acclaimed for its superior quality and customer service, BSA Health System is comprised of BSA Hospital, BSA Harrington Cancer Center, BSA Physicians Group and numerous specialty clinics. BSA Health System is the fourth largest employer in Amarillo, with a medical staff of more than 400 physicians and 3,000 employees. At BSA, the focus is to provide quality healthcare in Christian love, service and dignity. The staff at BSA are driven by the purpose of caring for people: patients, families and one another. BSA recently received Ardent Health Services’ Best Employee Loyalty Award in recognition of its high employee satisfaction and engagement. In January 2013, BSA became an affiliate of Ardent Health Services based in Nashville, Tennessee. Ardent’s proven track record in the healthcare industry and its commitment to growth, clinical quality and patient experience made it a perfect fit for BSA. Ardent subsidiaries own and operate more than 30 hospitals and physician groups across the nation.
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