Las Vegas Pain Institute
Certified Surgical Technician (CST)
Cannock Chase
Posted 17 days ago
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Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program (CAAHEP or ABHES); Associate’s degree often preferred
- CST (Certified Surgical Technologist) certification
- Current Nevada State registration
- Current BLS/CPR
- Experience: entry-level (0–2 years) through senior/lead (5+ years)
Pre-operative preparation
- Set up the sterile field per surgeon preference cards; verify sterilization indicators and packaging
- Assist with patient positioning and draping to maintain the sterile boundary
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Intra-operative
- Anticipate surgeon needs; pass instruments, sutures, and sponges accurately
- Maintain sterile technique; address breaks immediately
- Prepare and label specimens; perform sponge/needle/instrument counts with circulator
Post-operative & maintenance
- Terminal cleaning and instrument prep for decontamination
- Support quick room turnover; restock supplies and report equipment issues
- Continuing education as needed to maintain certification
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Skills & physical demands
- Precision with delicate instrumentation; stamina for 8–12 hour cases (including lead aprons)
- Ability to assist with lifting/moving patients (up to ~50 lbs)
- Calm under pressure; strong communication with the surgical team
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Skills
Surgical Technology
Sterile Technique
Patient Positioning
Communication
Instrument Passing
Specimen Preparation
Sponge Counting
Decontamination
Stamina
Calm Under Pressure
Lifting Patients
Teamwork
Attention to Detail
Time Management
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