Certified Surgical Technician- VBH, Full time, Days
Company: Centra Health, Inc
Location: Lynchburg
Posted on: October 28, 2025
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Job Description:
Job Description The Surgical Technologists are allied health
professionals who are an integral part of the team of medical
practitioners providing surgical care to patients. Surgical
Technologists work under the supervision of a surgeon and
registered nurse to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of
invasive surgical procedures, insuring that the operating room
environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that
the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize
patient safety. Surgical Technologists possess expertise in the
theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique and combine
the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and
implementation tools and technologies to facilitate a physician's
performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures. The
Surgical Technologist adheres to a culture reflective of Centra's
best practices for quality and service, creates and maintains a
safe patient environment, and contributes to a healthy work
environment. Creates and maintains an environment that protects
patients from harm Adheres to National Patient Safety Goals (NPSG)
Participates in initiatives resulting from quality indicators
and/or unit-based quality metrics Assists RN with patient education
as appropriate Promotes and sustains a culture reflective of
Centra's best practices Operationalizes change resulting from
evidence-based practice or research Applies service excellence best
practices in approaching patients, visitors, physicians, and
colleagues Handles conflict resolution in an appropriate, timely,
and consistent manner Identifies personal contributions to
unit-based cascading goals Contributes to processes that support
efficient patient flow Uses resources (e.g., time, people,
supplies, etc.) cost effectively Engages in own professional
development as evidenced by self assessment and attainment of
degrees, certifications, and continuing education Contributes to
providing a supportive environment that is conducive to learning
for all students from all academic programs Other duties as
assigned Required Education: High School Diploma / GED. Graduation
from a Commission of Accreditation of Allied health Education
programs (CAAHEP)-accredited school of Surgical Technology Required
Certifications and Licensures: Certification in Surgical Technology
Preferred Qualifications: Twelve (12) months of experience as a
Surgical Technologist
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