Surg Tech
Department: Operating Room • Location: Forsyth Medical Center • Unit Info: 17 OR rooms, 1:1 ratio, range of procedures.
Schedule
- 6:45 AM – 7:15 PM, full time (36 hours)
- Three 12-hour shifts (rotating Monday–Friday)
- Some call and weekend call requirements
Benefits
Benefits effective day one.
Responsibilities
The Surgical Technologist works under the supervision of a surgeon and registered nurse to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. Surgical technologists possess expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique and combine the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation tools and technologies to facilitate a physician's performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED (required)
- Graduate of an accredited School of Surgical Technology program or Military Training Equivalent (68D – Operating Room Specialist)
- Previous Surgical Technologist experience (preferred)
- Current Surgical Tech Certification (CST, TS-C, NRCST, or SA-C) (preferred)
Additional Skills
For incumbents who are not graduates of an accredited School of Surgical Technology or have certification:
- New graduates must obtain certification within 12 months of hire
- Ability to successfully complete generic and department-specific skill validation and competency testing
- Demonstrate effective and appropriate customer service skills, verbal and nonverbal communication techniques, interpersonal relationship skills, and time management skills
About Us
At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.