Tech Jobs in Chesterfield, VA (NOW HIRING)

Details
Client Name
St. Francis Medical Center - Richmond
Job Type
Travel
Offering
Allied
Profession
Allied / Tech
Specialty
Surgical Tech
Job ID
37690523
Job Title
Allied / Tech - Surgical Tech
Weekly Pay
$2582.4
Shift Details
Shift
8am-5pm
Scheduled Hours
40
Job Order Details
Start Date
08/31/2026
End Date
11/30/2026
Duration
13 Week(s)
Job Description
ID: 64330835 Shift: Days (Days) 4 x 10Hrs Description: Minimum Weeks Duration: 13 / Maximum Weeks Duration: 18 Skill Job Description: Be sure to click the blue page icon on the right-side to view Facility and Unit specific details about the position.Surgical Technologist First Assistant Certified - 680T04 Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position The Certified Surgical Tech First Assist is a proficient level practitioner who assists surgeons and nurses with patients, equipment preparation, aseptic technique, and surgical procedures in the operating room in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and within the policies, procedures, and guidelines of the organization. They will prepare the operating room for surgery by assembling routine supplies, materials, instruments, and equipment, and will obtain special supplies indicated by physician. They are also trained to set up and operate a variety of specialized instrumentation, manual and powered equipment.? Essential Job Functions Functions as the scrub person and may assist the provider as trained during operative and other invasive procedures by assembling supplies and equipment required for the procedure.? ?Prepares and organizes sterile supplies and instruments for the procedure and performs surgical counts with the circulating RN according to policy.? Maintains an organized sterile field and ensures the sterility of the field by taking corrective action as needed. Assists with the placement of sterile drapes. Provides instruments and supplies to the surgical team during the procedure and maintains aseptic technique.? Retrieves and collects specimens and labels specimens appropriately and correctly.? Reports any implanted devices, catheters, drains, and packing to the circulator.? Provides complete case preparation and knows, with the ability to adapt, of special instruments, supplies, and equipment needs for patient populations.? Assists with pre- and post-procedure cleaning of the operative or invasive procedure room and necessary instruments.? Participates in ongoing educational and competency verification opportunities.? Participates in financial accountability by utilizing resources in a cost-conscious manner and offers performance improvement initiatives.? Participates in all patient safety care measures.? Accessible for on call as scheduled and is available within the time frames as indicated by the department.? Participates in the orientation of new staff and students as assigned.? Prepares and performs surgical skin prep and clipping as indicated by procedure. Inserts urinary catheter as required.? Demonstrates flexibility regarding unit/area staffing and scheduling needs.? Updates physician preference cards based on market operating room design.???? Assists in inventory of supplies and places orders as necessary. Monitors instrument sets and orders replacements or requests repairs as needed and per market guidelines.? Provides clinical instruction, direction and in-service training to department staff and serves as a preceptor.? Achieves the competencies of all simple and complex procedures in at least three of the major service lines: Neurosurgery, Cardiovascular, Orthopedic, Urology, General, Vascular, GYN, ENT, Lungs, Transplants, and Plastic (not an inclusive list).? Demonstrates superior knowledge of equipment and instrumentation, Lasers, MIS, Laparoscopy, Robotics.? Performs specific tasks of circulator role as delegated by the Registered Nurse.? Under the supervision of the provider may perform specific tasks of Surgical Assistant to include, surgical wound closure, and cutting sutures.? This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. Licensing/Certification BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)? Must be certified by one of the following: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST), National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTA) or Tech in Surgery Certified (TS-C), National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) (required)? If employed in South Carolina NBSTA certification required.? If certified prior to 2008 NBSTA or NCCT certification is accepted. Education Associate's degree, Vocational Certification, or Military Certificate in Surgical Technology (required) Work Experience One year of experience as a Surgical Technologist (required) Training None Language None Patient Population Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.? Infant (1-12 months)? Pediatrics (1-12 years)? Adolescents (13-17 years)? Adults (18-64 years)? Geriatrics (65 years and older) Working Conditions Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.? May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.? May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.*? May be required to use physical restraints.? ?May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.*??????????? May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse??? May have periods of constant interruptions.? May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.?? * Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control. Physical Requirements Physical Demands? Frequency???????????????????????????????????????? ? ?? Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.)??-34-66%?????????????????????????????? ???????????????????????????????? ???????????? Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.) -?1-33%?????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? ???????????? Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.) ??-34-66%??????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? ???????????? Push/ Pull (50-100 lbs.)?-?1-33%?????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? ??? ???????????? Stoop, Kneel -?1-33%?????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? ???????????? Crawling? -?1-33%?????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? ??? ???????????? Climbing -?1-33%?????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? ???????????? Balance???-34-66%??????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? ???? ???????????? Bending???-34-66%?????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? ???? ????????????? Work Position? Frequency????????????????????????????????????Sitting -?1-33%?????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? Walking????-34-66%???????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????????? ? ???????????? Standing??-67-100%????????Additional Physical Requirements/Hazards?? Physical Requirements?? Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination)? Perform shift work? Maneuver weight of patients? Hear alarms/telephone/audio recordings? Reach above shoulder? Repetitive arm/hand movements? Finger Dexterity? Color Vision? Acuity far? Acuity near? Hazards?? Depth perception? Use of Latex products? Exposure to moving mechanical parts? Exposure to potential electrical shock? Exposure to high pitched noises? Gaseous risk exposure? Exposure to x ray/electromagnetic energy? Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents??? Exposure to dust/fumes Skills Hard/Tech/Clinical Skills:? Monitor patient conditions during treatment? Inform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care? Analytical skills?? Working knowledge of basic sciences, such as anatomy and physiology, microbiology, asepsis, sterile techniques and operating room techniques? May operate basic equipment/machinery.? Ability to Follow Instructions? Completes specific, routine task? Knowledge of AORN and AST Recommendations? Knowledge of Microsoft Office? ?Soft/Interpersonal Skills:? Attention to detail? Acceptance of authority? Critical thinking? Communication with family members? Teamwork? Conflict resolution? Active listening? Relationship building? Able to Work Independently? Anticipate Needs? Move with a sense of urgency? Possess Surgical Conscience? Professionalism? Self-Directed? Takes Direction? Flexible? Preceptor? Role model? Additional Notes and Requirements: Position Specific DetailsSurgical First Assist - Candidate with flexible schedules preferredDavinci Robot experience preferred 2 years experience as an Surgical Asst.No prior travel experience necessaryBLS, VA license , CSA or CFA requiredAdditional credentialing thru BSMH required by VA. Reach out to Client Success for additional information.$95 base BR + $1 for BSMH credentialing applicationDAYS 6:45am-5:15pm6-8 call shifts in a 6-week periodITO interviews, Unit leader conducts second interviewUnit Specific Details 11 suites Robotics, spine, ortho, laparoscopic, gen, GYN, URO, Vasc. - Must be strong in most specialties No transplants Guaranteed Hours: Contract Weeks:91
Client Details
Address
13710 St. Francis Blvd
City
Midlothian
State
VA
Zip Code
23114