Surgical Technologist

Quick Facts

• Role: Surgical Technologist

Description

Prepare sterile fields for surgical procedures by setting up sterile instruments, assisting surgeons with gowning and gloving, and draping patients. Support surgeons during operations by passing instruments and supplies, holding retractors, and anticipating needs; help maintain department functionality through supply distribution and equipment maintenance, testing, and setup. Follow all applicable local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect patient privacy and safety.

Responsibilities

• Prepare sterile surgical fields, including sterile instrument setup
• Assist surgeons in gowning and gloving
• Drape patients for surgery
• Support intraoperative workflow: pass instruments/supplies and hold retractors
• Anticipate surgeons’ needs during procedures
• Distribute supplies and perform equipment maintenance, testing, and setup
• Adhere to privacy, safety, and regulatory requirements
• Perform specific procedures as needed and help orient other staff

Requirements

• HS Diploma or GED
• Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program (or certification evidencing education) OR military training as a scrub tech
• BLS (Basic Life Support) Healthcare Provider
• Surgical Technician certification (TS-C, CST, or NRST) required for incentive eligibility (per union agreement rules)
• 1 year of recent relevant experience

Benefits

• Benefits available
• Union represented position

Additional Notes

• Schedule: Full time (Day/Evening), 40 hours/week, 8-hour shifts, variable days, weekend requirements as needed