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Director Surgical Instruments Jobs in Tennessee (NOW HIRING)

... direct supervision of a Registered Nurse to assist in surgical operations. The CST is responsible for ensuring the surgical suite is prepared, maintaining a sterile environment, passing instruments ...

The RNFA performs, under direct supervision, intraoperative technically advanced functions as ... Using and manipulating surgical instruments. Handles and uses instruments correctly and insures ...

Assembles the supplies and instruments necessary for surgical cases. * Responsible for putting away ... Cannot pose a direct threat to health or safety of self or others. Must provide safe, efficient ...

Assembles the supplies and instruments necessary for surgical cases. * Responsible for putting away ... Cannot pose a direct threat to health or safety of self or others. Must provide safe, efficient ...

Ophthalmic Technician

Franklin, TN · On-site

$18 - $24.25/hr

... as directed by physicians. * Check expiration date and inventory of culture plates, media, etc ... Clean surgical instruments in preparation for sterile processing. Inspect instruments periodically ...

... of direct patient care under the supervision of the perioperative registered nurse (s). Provides ... Scrubs and provides instruments, sutures and other sterile supplies during surgical procedures for ...

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Certified Surgical Technologist

Certified Surgical Technologist

Community Health Systems

Powell, TN • On-site

Other

Posted 29 days ago


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Job Summary

The Surgical Technician - Certified works collaboratively with the surgical team to facilitate safe, effective, and high-quality patient care in the operating room. This role prepares and maintains the sterile field, anticipates surgical team needs, and ensures proper handling of surgical instruments and supplies. The Surgical Technician - Certified also supports OR efficiency through equipment readiness, inventory management, and adherence to infection prevention protocols.

Essential Functions

  • Prepares the operating room by ensuring surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies are properly set up and available based on the procedure and physician preference card.

  • Maintains a sterile field throughout the surgical procedure, applying principles of Universal Precautions, asepsis, and sterile technique.

  • Anticipates the needs of the surgeon, passing instruments and supplies accurately and efficiently during surgical procedures.

  • Handles surgical instruments and equipment according to manufacturer instructions and hospital policy, including inspection, point-of-use cleaning, and sterilization.

  • Performs and documents sponge, needle, and instrument counts in collaboration with the circulating nurse to support patient safety.

  • Assists with patient positioning, draping, and transfer under the direction of the RN to ensure patient safety and procedural readiness.

  • Supports ongoing maintenance and accuracy of physician preference cards and procedural documentation.

  • Restocks supplies, cleans and returns equipment to designated storage areas, and prepares rooms for subsequent cases to ensure OR efficiency.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

  • Maintains regular and reliable attendance.

  • Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

  • Technical School graduate of Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing program required or

  • Associate Degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences required

  • 0-2 years of operating room surgical technician experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Expertise in surgical techniques, instrumentation, and sterile processing.

  • Ability to anticipate the needs of the surgical team and respond quickly during procedures.

  • Strong organizational and time management skills to maintain efficient workflow.

  • Knowledge of regulatory and accreditation standards, including safety and infection control protocols.

  • Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with the perioperative team.

  • Commitment to patient safety and high-quality care.

Licenses and Certifications

  • CST - Certified Surgical Technologist required

  • BLS - Basic Life Support required

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Equal Employment Opportunity

This organization does not discriminate in any way to deprive any person of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status of any employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or military or uniformed services, in accordance with all applicable governmental laws and regulations. In addition, the facility complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. If you are an applicant with a mental or physical disability who needs a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, contact the director of Human Resources at the facility to which you are seeking employment; Simply go to http://www.chs.net/serving-communities/locations/ to obtain the main telephone number of the facility and ask for Human Resources.


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