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CHS · Northwest Health - Porter · Valparaiso, IN

Surgical Tech Cert (CST)

TypeFull time
EducationAssociate's
PostedSep 25
✓You’ll need
Certifications
✓CST - Certified Surgical Technologist required
✓BLS - Basic Life Support required
Education
✓Technical School graduate of Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing program required; or Associate Degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences required
Qualifications
✓0-2 years of operating room surgical technician experience required
✓Expertise in surgical techniques, instrumentation, and sterile processing.
✓Ability to anticipate the needs of the surgical team and respond quickly during procedures.
✓Strong organizational and time management skills to maintain efficient workflow.
✓Knowledge of regulatory and accreditation standards, including safety and infection control protocols.
✓Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with the perioperative team.
✓Commitment to patient safety and high-quality care.
+Benefits
Medical, dental and vision401(k) with matchPaid time offTuition assistanceLife and disability insurance
CHS
For-profit · Franklin, TN · 81 hospitals · 15 states
2,569open roles
3surgical tech roles open at this facility
41 miValparaiso to Chicago
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✓You’ll need
Certifications
✓CST - Certified Surgical Technologist required
✓BLS - Basic Life Support required
Education
✓Technical School graduate of Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing program required; or Associate Degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences required
Qualifications
✓0-2 years of operating room surgical technician experience required
✓Expertise in surgical techniques, instrumentation, and sterile processing.
✓Ability to anticipate the needs of the surgical team and respond quickly during procedures.
✓Strong organizational and time management skills to maintain efficient workflow.
✓Knowledge of regulatory and accreditation standards, including safety and infection control protocols.
✓Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with the perioperative team.
✓Commitment to patient safety and high-quality care.
+Benefits
Medical, dental and vision401(k) with matchPaid time offTuition assistanceLife and disability insurance
CHS
For-profit · Franklin, TN · 81 hospitals · 15 states
2,569open roles
3surgical tech roles open at this facility
41 miValparaiso to Chicago
Want the next surgical tech job in Indiana by email?
Weekly, free, unsubscribe with one click.

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Surgical Technician – Certified $15K SIGN ON BONUS Position Type: Full Time

$15,000 Sign-on Bonus $10,000 Relocation Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision plans to keep you and your family healthy. Future Security: 401(k) with matching Student Loan Support – Up to $10,000 repayment assistance, because we invest in your future. Educational Tuition Assistance Competitive Pay & Full Benefits – A salary and package designed to reward your expertise and dedication.

Paid Time Off Life Insurance

The Surgical Technician – Certified works collaboratively with the surgical team to facilitate safe, effective, and high-quality patient care in the operating room. This role prepares and maintains the sterile field, anticipates surgical team needs, and ensures proper handling of surgical instruments and supplies. The Surgical Technician – Certified also supports OR efficiency through equipment readiness, inventory management, and adherence to infection prevention protocols.

Prepares the operating room by ensuring surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies are properly set up and available based on the procedure and physician preference card. Maintains a sterile field throughout the surgical procedure, applying principles of Universal Precautions, asepsis, and sterile technique. Anticipates the needs of the surgeon, passing instruments and supplies accurately and efficiently during surgical procedures.

Handles surgical instruments and equipment according to manufacturer instructions and hospital policy, including inspection, point-of-use cleaning, and sterilization. Performs and documents sponge, needle, and instrument counts in collaboration with the circulating nurse to support patient safety. Assists with patient positioning, draping, and transfer under the direction of the RN to ensure patient safety and procedural readiness.

Supports ongoing maintenance and accuracy of physician preference cards and procedural documentation. Restocks supplies, cleans and returns equipment to designated storage areas, and prepares rooms for subsequent cases to ensure OR efficiency. Performs other duties as assigned.

Maintains regular and reliable attendance. Complies with all policies and standards. Qualifications Technical School graduate of Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing program required or Associate Degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences required 0-2 years of operating room surgical technician experience required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Expertise in surgical techniques, instrumentation, and sterile processing.

Ability to anticipate the needs of the surgical team and respond quickly during procedures. Strong organizational and time management skills to maintain efficient workflow. Knowledge of regulatory and accreditation standards, including safety and infection control protocols.

Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with the perioperative team. Commitment to patient safety and high-quality care. Licenses and Certifications CST - Certified Surgical Technologist required BLS - Basic Life Support required

About the role

The Surgical Technician – Certified works collaboratively with the surgical team to facilitate safe, effective, and high-quality patient care in the operating room. This role prepares and maintains the sterile field, anticipates surgical team needs, and ensures proper handling of surgical instruments and supplies.