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#Job #Hiring #Medicine #Careers #Recruiting Certified Surgical Technician - Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Schedule: Full-time and Part-time Available Shift: Day Shift Location: Boise, Idaho Virtus Healthcare Staffing is seeking skilled and dedicated Certified Surgical Technicians (CSTs) with an interest in Orthopedics and Sports Medicine to join our partner, a leading-edge medical facility located in Boise, ID. This facility features a state-of-the-art Center for Orthopedics & Sports Medicine and is associated with a Level II Pediatric Trauma Center . We have both full-time and part-time day shift opportunities available. Facility Overview: Our partner is committed to improving community health through innovative patient care. Their state-of-the-art Center for Orthopedics & Sports Medicine brings together a wide range of complementary healthcare services under one roof, including orthopedic walk-in care, a dedicated surgery center, physical therapy, pharmacy services, and more, providing accessible and comprehensive orthopedic care. Position Overview: As a Certified Surgical Technician specializing in Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, you will be an integral member of the surgical team. Working within the dedicated surgery center, you will assist surgeons and nurses in providing exceptional care to patients undergoing various orthopedic and sports medicine procedures. Your primary responsibilities include preparing the operating room, ensuring instrument sterility and availability, maintaining the sterile field, and anticipating the needs of the surgical team throughout the procedure. Key Responsibilities: Prepare operating rooms for orthopedic and sports medicine procedures, ensuring all necessary sterile instruments, supplies, implants, and equipment are available and functional. Set up and maintain the sterile field before and during surgical procedures. Assist the surgical team by passing instruments and supplies, holding retractors, managing sutures, and anticipating surgeon needs. Perform accurate sponge, sharp, and instrument counts according to policy with the circulating nurse. Handle surgical specimens according to established protocols. Assist with patient positioning, draping, and surgical site preparation. Operate and monitor specialized equipment used in orthopedic/sports medicine surgery under supervision. Assist in cleaning and sterilizing instruments and equipment after procedures. Help ensure efficient operating room turnover between cases. Adhere strictly to aseptic techniques, infection control policies, and safety procedures. Required Qualifications: Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent. Certification: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider certification from the American Heart Association (AHA). Current certification as a Surgical Technologist (CST) issued by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) OR Tech in Surgery - Certified (TS-C) issued by the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT). Work Environment: This position is based in a specialized orthopedic and sports medicine surgical setting within a modern, comprehensive care center. Compensation & Benefits: Our partner facility is committed to supporting its team members both professionally and personally. They offer a competitive salary, retirement plans, and a robust benefits package that typically includes: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance plans. Financial and physical wellness options (such as Employee Assistance Programs, wellness tools). Formal training and career development opportunities. Are you a certified Surgical Technician passionate about Orthopedics and Sports Medicine? Apply now through Virtus Healthcare Staffing.