Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) Trainee

United Surgical Partners International, Inc Concord, MO 63128, US

Old Tesson Surgery Center is looking for a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) Trainee

Welcome to Old Tesson Surgery Center!

Do you have a medical background and a passion for advancing your healthcare career? Old Tesson Surgery Center is seeking motivated individuals interested in training to become certified surgical technologists. Take the next step toward a future in surgical care!

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) Trainee at Old Tesson Surgery Center

The Certified Surgical Technologist Trainee is an entry-level healthcare position designed to develop future Surgical Technologists through a structured education and clinical training pathway supported by Stepful. The trainee participates in classroom instruction, simulation, competency validation, and supervised clinical experiences while developing the knowledge and skills necessary to successfully obtain Surgical Technologist certification and transition into a Certified Surgical Technologist role.

Essential Functions

Participate in all Stepful educational requirements, coursework, assessments, and training activities.
Assist with preparation of operating and procedure rooms under supervision.
Gather, organize, transport, and stock instruments, supplies, and equipment.
Learn and apply aseptic technique, infection prevention practices, and sterile field principles.
Assist with room turnover and equipment readiness.
Support instrument processing and sterilization activities.
Observe and progressively participate in perioperative workflows under approved supervision.
Maintain required documentation and competency records.
Comply with patient safety, confidentiality, quality, and regulatory standards.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or GED.
Enrollment in or acceptance to a Stepful-supported Surgical Technology pathway.
Ability to satisfy clinical placement requirements and background screening requirements.
Basic computer proficiency and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous healthcare experience or volunteer experience.
Coursework in anatomy, physiology, biology, or health sciences.

Who We Are

At USPI, we create relationships that create better care. We partner with physicians and health care systems to provide first class ambulatory solutions throughout the United States. We are committed to providing surgical services in the most efficient and clinically excellent manner.

USPI is committed to, and proud of our inclusive culture. An inclusive culture, in our view, is respectful of differences and nurtures and supports the contributions of each individual, while also embracing and leveraging diversity. A diverse workforce, combined with an inclusive culture, makes USPI stronger and better able to meet the needs of our diverse patient and physician population.

For more information about USPI, check out our website, Facebook, Twitter, or LinkedIn.

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