Certified Surgical Tech OR

About the role

Architect a Sterile Environment: Masterfully prepare surgical suites with precision-placed sterile drapes, solutions, and instrumentation to ensure a safe, infection-free zone for every procedure.

Empower the Surgical Team: Anticipate the needs of the surgeon by providing the exact instruments and supplies required in real-time, maintaining the critical flow of the operation.

Advocate for Patient Safety: Lead the seamless transition of patients through careful positioning and draping, prioritizing their physical safety and dignity at every stage.

Ensure Procedural Integrity: Rigorously monitor and track instrument counts and organization throughout the surgery to guarantee a perfect "zero-defect" environment for patient recovery.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surgical suites with precision-placed sterile drapes, solutions, and instrumentation.
• Anticipate and provide the exact instruments and supplies required in real-time for the surgeon.
• Lead the transition of patients through careful positioning and draping, ensuring their physical safety and dignity.
• Rigorously monitor and track instrument counts and organization to maintain a "zero-defect" environment for patient recovery.

Requirements

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.
• One or more of the following required:
• Surgical Tech credentialed from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Surgical Tech credentialed from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Qualifications

• Licensure / Certification / Registration: BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Skills

• Attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks under pressure.
• Knowledge of sterile technique and surgical procedures.

Benefits

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Pay

Multiple shifts available. Full-time day shift, Mondays through Fridays only, four 10-hour shifts, days TBD, 6:30am-5:00pm
Full-time day shift, Monday through Friday, 6:30am-3:00pm
Full-time day shift, Mondays through Fridays only, three 12-hour shifts, days TBD, 6:30am-7:00pm
Call required. Must be able to work occasional night, weekend, or holiday.

Schedule

Multiple shifts available. Full-time day shift, Mondays through Fridays only, four 10-hour shifts, days TBD, 6:30am-5:00pm
Full-time day shift, Monday through Friday, 6:30am-3:00pm
Full-time day shift, Mondays through Fridays only, three 12-hour shifts, days TBD, 6:30am-7:00pm
Call required. Must be able to work occasional night, weekend, or holiday.