Surgical Technologist

Employee Status Regular Schedule & Call Hours: 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. 8-hour or 10-hour shifts available Schedules are developed in 8-week blocks New hires orient 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Orientation may extend up to 10 months , providing comprehensive preparation across surgical services Monday-Friday scheduling with call responsibilities Approximately 3-4 weekday call shifts per 8 weeks , scheduled either 3:00 p.m.-11:00 p.m. or 11:00 p.m.-7:00 a.m. 4 weekend shifts per 8 weeks , scheduled 7:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m. or 7:00 p.m.-7:00 a.m. on Saturday/Sunday Team members taking call must be able to report to the OR within 30 minutes

The Surgical Technologist is an essential member of the operating room team, responsible for preparing and maintaining the sterile field, organizing instruments and supplies, and anticipating the needs of the surgical team throughout procedures. What You’ll Do Prepare operating rooms, sterile instruments, equipment, and supplies for surgical procedures. Establish and maintain the sterile field throughout the procedure.

Anticipate procedural needs and provide instruments and supplies to the surgical team. Promote patient and team safety by following established surgical practices and protocols. Collaborate with surgeons, nurses, anesthesia providers, and other perioperative team members.

Participate in ongoing education, safety initiatives, and continuous improvement activities. Diverse Surgical Experience Build your skills across specialties including dental, GI, general surgery, hematology/oncology, neurosurgery, ophthalmology, orthopedics, ENT, plastics, podiatry, pulmonary, urology, and colorectal surgery . Team members also have exposure to advanced surgical technology, including ROSA and da Vinci robotic systems , with additional professional development opportunities available through specialty teams, clinical ladders, conferences, and mission trips.

Qualifications Associate degree in Surgical Technology from a CAAHEP- or ABHES-accredited program , OR qualifying formal military Surgical Technology training. Surgical Technologist certification required within one year of hire and maintained through continuing education. New Surgical Technology graduates are encouraged to apply.

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