CST-Certified Surgical Technologist - PRN (2 years minimum experience required)

FLSA Status

CST Summary:

The Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - PRN is an experienced CST with specialized education who functions as a member of the operating room team to help ensure safe, efficient, and successful surgical procedures/outcomes.  The CST handles instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary for surgical procedures; has an understanding of the procedures being performed and anticipates the needs of the surgeon; has the necessary knowledge and ability to ensure quality patient care during the operative phase; and is constantly on vigil for maintenance of the sterile field.  

Job Requirements:

• 2 years minimum current CST experience
• Current CST certification through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or has completed a military surgical technology program. Those with military training  (i.e. “Operating Room Specialist” certification) must obtain their CST certification through the NBSTSA within three months of their start date.  
• CSTs must complete 60 hours of approved continuing education in a 4-year timeframe with 15 CEUs turned into education every year
• Current BLS certification 
• Member of professional organization (AST) preferred
   

Scheduling:

CST Tier I 

• 10 hours minimum per pay period
• 1 call shift per pay period. 
• 1 minor holiday call or scheduled shift 

CST Tier 2

• 24 hours minimum per pay period
• 2 call shift per pay period
• 2 holiday call or scheduled shifts per year. 1 must be a major holiday. 

Call requirements- 30 minute call back time
 

Questions:

If you have any questions, please feel free to email Amy.Robertson@eskenazihealth.edu

About Us:

Eskenazi Health serves as the public hospital division of the Health & Hospital Corporation of Marion County. Physicians provide a comprehensive range of primary and specialty care services at the 327-bed hospital and
outpatient facilities both on and off of the Eskenazi Health downtown campus as well as at 10 Eskenazi Health Center sites located throughout Indianapolis.