Surgical Technologist 1

Job Description

Job Summary:

• The Surgical Technologist supports the surgical team during the intraoperative phase of patient care under the direction of an RN.
• The role ensures proper preparation of the operating room, instrumentation, equipment, and sterile field for surgical procedures.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Prepare the OR, sterile instruments, equipment, and supplies for scheduled procedures.
• Maintain sterile technique and follow infection prevention and AORN guidelines.
• Perform surgical counts of instruments, sponges, sharps, and other supplies.
• Pass instruments and supplies to the surgeon and surgical team during procedures.
• Anticipate surgical team needs and assist with positioning and draping.
• Prepare the operative site as required.
• Receive and appropriately handle surgical specimens.
• Assist with surgical dressings and completion of procedures.
• Decontaminate and prepare instruments and equipment for sterilization.
• Clean and reset the OR following each procedure.
• Identify damaged or incomplete instrument trays and resolve issues promptly.
• Ensure surgical instruments and equipment are functioning properly.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Minimum 2 years of Surgical Technologist experience.
• CST certification through NBSTSA or NCCT.
• Grandfathered candidates accepted.
• BLS American Heart Association (AHA).
• Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program or qualifying military/OR training.

Call Required:

• 3–4 weekday call shifts: 5:00 PM–7:00 AM
• 1 weekend first call: 24 hours (7:00 AM–7:00 AM)
• 1 weekend second call: 24 hours (7:00 AM–7:00 AM)

Interview:

• Virtual/Phone