• Certified Surgical Technologist

    Novant Health (Mount Pleasant, SC)


    What We Offer

     

    East Cooper Medical Center is one of South Carolina's leaders in healthcare. Our approach to medicine is designed to provide patients with successful outcomes, fast recovery times, and a better quality of life. Our hospital combines technology and clinical expertise with compassion to provide personalized care for a lifetime. Our expanded scope of services, our commitment to quality & safety, and our outstanding team of caregivers have attracted patients throughout the Lowcountry and beyond, and have contributed to or hospital being nationally recognized. Interested in joining our team? Apply today!

     

    Facility: East Cooper Medical Center

     

    Department: Surgery

     

    Position Type: Full Time - Days

     

    Work Schedule: 4-10 hour shifts w/ call

    Responsibilities

    • Under the direction of the Nurse, the Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) provides essential support in the operating room, ensuring patient safety and quality care during surgical procedures. Responsibilities include:

    • Assisting physicians during surgery by utilizing sterile techniques and maintaining a safe surgical environment

    • Supporting licensed staff and physicians in accordance with approved clinical standards

    • Performing other assigned duties to support surgical and patient care operations

    • Taking responsibility for meeting the basic needs of assigned patients

    • Providing care to a diverse patient population ranging from infant to geriatric

    • Collaborating effectively with the healthcare team and contributing to hospital and unit goals

    • Delivering care that aligns with established practice standards and departmental guidelines

    • Willingness to float to other comparable units as needed

    Qualifications

    • High school diploma or equivalent

    • Successful completion of an accredited educational program for surgical technologists

    • Must meet one of the following pathways:

    • Hold and maintain the Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential through the NBSTSA

    • Completed surgical technology training through the U.S. Armed Forces or U.S. Public Health Service

    • Practiced as a surgical technologist in South Carolina prior to January 1, 2008

    • Serving as a surgical technologist in the federal government

    • Current BCLS certification required

    • NBSTSA certification required

    • Previous hospital experience preferred

     

    Job Opening ID

     

    117349