Surgical Technologist I

Full time, four 10-hour shifts, Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–5:00 PM, rotating day off (minimal call required).

About the role

A Surgical Technologist I, under the direction of the surgeon and RN, assists in the preparation, set-up, and completion of the surgical procedure. They maintain strict adherence to the principles of sterile technique and continually monitor the sterile field to ensure its integrity. The Surgical Technologist I provides safe and effective care for patients in surgery and commonly participates in procedures for patients from newborn to adult with conditions requiring surgical intervention.

Responsibilities

• Assists with the preparation of the operating room by ensuring the availability of appropriate instrumentation, supplies, and equipment for assigned cases in all services.
• Performs surgical counts with RN prior to the procedure.
• Participates in ensuring that the majority of the sterile field has been set-up prior to the transfer of the patient into the operating room.
• Anticipates the instrumentation needs for the upcoming and to-follow cases aiding in case turnover time.
• Uses knowledge of sterile techniques to gown and glove surgeons, assistants, and self; passes instruments; drapes sterile field; and maintains sterile field throughout the procedure.
• Maintains sponges, blades, needles, and instruments in an orderly fashion and actively counts at appropriate times; responds promptly to requests by the RN or surgeon to count.
• Communicates with the team regarding changes in surgeon's preferences and to the RN on implants, medications, and surgical specimens.
• At the close of the procedure, assists the RN with final surgical counts and breaking down of the sterile field, ensuring the appropriate disposal of sharps.
• Cleans, prepares, and transports instruments for terminal sterilization.
• Assists with instrument reprocessing tasks and inspects instruments for damage or repair needs, reporting promptly to the Service Leader and/or the SPD Supervisor.
• Assists other team members with cleaning and room turnover, ensuring the operating room is ready for the following case.
• Ensures unused supplies and equipment have been returned to storage areas and room supplies restocked.
• Promotes safety and promptly reports any safety concerns to the RN or Team Leader.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED (or equivalent).
• 2 years of experience in lieu of a diploma/GED.

Qualifications

• Required Education: High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Recommended Education: Associate's Degree in a related field of study.
• Required Certifications: None listed.
• Recommended Certifications: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) – National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting.

Pay

Most new hires start between $23.00–$28.70 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.