Cardiovascular Surgical Technician

Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga is seeking a Surgical Tech to support all phases of surgical procedures. You will prepare the operating room, assist the surgeon, and manage instruments with a focus on maintaining a sterile field and patient safety.

Candidates must graduate from an approved surgical technologist program or have military training, and be certified with CPR/BLS on hire. This role requires strong attention to detail and teamwork in a busy healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an approved surgical technologist program or military training.
• Certified Surgical Technologist upon hire.
• Basic Life Support (CPR) upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare operating room and assist the surgeon.
• Maintain sterile field and manage instruments and supplies.
• Collaborate with the surgical team to ensure patient safety and efficient procedure flow.

Skills

General patient care equipment

Unit specific equipment

Communication skills

Adapt to healthcare technology

Verbal and written communication

PPE and patient handling

Education

Surgical technologist program graduate

Military training accepted

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As a Surgical Tech, you will function as an integral team member across all phases of the surgical procedure. Your role is vital for seamless transitions and comprehensive patient care.

Every day you will collaborate with the surgical team, meticulously preparing the operating room, assisting the surgeon, and managing instruments and supplies. You will maintain a sterile field and anticipate team needs for efficiency and patient safety.

To be successful, you will demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and effective performance under pressure. Your commitment to teamwork and sterile technique will be paramount for safe and successful surgical outcomes.

• Use of general patient care equipment and communication equipment
• Use of unit specific equipment
• Good telephone and communication skills
• Ability to adapt to changes in healthcare technology
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Use of appropriate PPE and safe patient handling devices

Job Requirements

Required

• Graduation from a surgical technologist program through an approved school or the military, upon hire
• Certified Surgical Technologist, upon hire and
• Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire

Where You'll Work

CommonSpirit Memorial is an award-winning, not-for-profit, faith-based health care organization dedicated to the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, we offer a comprehensive continuum of care, from preventative and primary care to acute hospital services specializing in cancer, cardiac, neurosciences, stroke, and orthopedic services. Our commitment to excellence has earned us top prestigious recognition repeatedly from U.S. News and World Report, PINC AI™, CMS, Healthgrades®, Leapfrog, and most recently as one of the Best Places to Work in Tennessee. We are proud to serve Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia with the expertise of 4,700 employees and nearly 500 affiliated physicians.