Certified Surgical Technologist - OR
Bozeman, Montana
Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital

Certified Surgical Technologist - OR

Location: Bozeman, Montana Employment Type: Contract Contract Length: 13 weeks Hours: 40 per week Shifts: 10-12 hour shifts, depending on needs Float Scope: May float to Labor & Delivery (L&D) if needed

Position Summary

The Surgical Technologist works as a scrub person under the supervision of the surgeon and the R.N. to keep the OR environment safe, make sure equipment functions properly, and ensure operative procedures are conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. The role requires expertise in surgical technique, human anatomy, surgical procedures, and the use of tools and technologies during invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.

Essential Job Functions

• Assemble case carts according to preference cards, and interpret preference cards to procure instruments and supplies.
• Communicate clearly with OR staff and sterile processing staff to coordinate instrumentation for scheduled and unscheduled cases.
• Review the daily schedule with the charge nurse and the sterile processing day coordinator to identify possible turnover delays and scheduling issues.
• Manage the core phone and communications, delegate duties, and coordinate breaks and lunches.
• Serve as a resource for sterile processing and Surgical Services for procuring supplies and instrumentation.
• Coordinate with materials management on supply utilization and deployment.

Required Qualifications

• Certified Surgical Technologist with 2 years of experience
• Certified Surgical Technologist experience within the last year
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• High school diploma or equivalent, plus graduation from a surgical technologist program (or an equivalent military surgical technologist program)

Additional Information

• The facility may cancel up to three (3) shifts per 13-week contract due to low census or other unforeseen circumstances.
• Travelers must live at least 90 miles from the facility to be considered. Do not submit candidates who do not meet this requirement.