Job Summary
Join our dynamic healthcare team as a Surgical Technologist, where you will play a vital role in supporting surgical procedures across various specialties. Your expertise will ensure that operating rooms are prepared and maintained with precision, facilitating smooth and efficient surgeries. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, providing critical support that directly impacts patient outcomes. You will collaborate closely with surgeons, nurses, and other medical professionals to uphold the highest standards of patient care, infection control, and aseptic technique. Your dedication will help create a safe, sterile environment essential for successful surgical interventions.
Duties
- Prepare operating rooms by sterilizing instruments, arranging surgical supplies, and ensuring all equipment is functioning properly before procedures begin
- Assist surgical teams during procedures by passing instruments, suturing wounds, and managing surgical tools with precision and speed
- Maintain strict adherence to aseptic techniques to prevent infection and ensure patient safety throughout surgeries
- Monitor vital signs and physiological responses of patients during operations, providing support as needed
- Collect and document data related to surgical procedures, patient responses, and instrument counts in electronic health record (EHR) systems such as Epic or other EMR platforms
- Support preoperative and postoperative patient care activities including positioning patients and assisting with dressing wounds
- Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and infection control protocols to optimize surgical outcomes
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Surgical Technologist in hospital or ambulatory surgery center settings
- Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology, and infection control practices
- Experience working in Level I Trauma Centers or Level II Trauma Centers preferred; familiarity with PICU (Pediatric Intensive Care Unit) and critical care environments is a plus
- Demonstrated proficiency in OR procedures including suturing, sterile technique, and handling complex instrumentation
- Ability to analyze situations quickly and adapt to rapidly changing circumstances during surgeries
- Certification as a Surgical Technologist (CST) or equivalent required; Basic Life Support (BLS) certification mandatory
- Familiarity with EMR/EHR systems such as Epic or other hospital information systems for accurate documentation
- Excellent patient care skills with a focus on safety, attention to detail, and teamwork in high-pressure environments
- Prior experience in medical-surgical units, emergency medicine settings, or ICU environments highly desirable
Embark on a rewarding career where your skills directly contribute to saving lives and improving patient health. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values your expertise and supports your professional growth. Join us in delivering exceptional surgical care every day!
Pay: $20.00 - $32.00 per hour
Expected hours: 30.0 – 40.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you a certified Scrub Tech?
Work Location: In person
