Cardiovascular Surgical Technician

Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga is seeking a Surgical Tech to support the operating room team. You will prepare the OR, assist the surgeon, and manage instruments and supplies while maintaining a sterile field for safe patient care.

The role requires graduation from an approved surgical technologist program (or military training), and certification upon hire, with BLS-CPR required. Strong teamwork and adaptability to changing healthcare technology are essential.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare the operating room and assist the surgeon.
• Manage instruments and supplies and maintain a sterile field.
• Collaborate with the surgical team to ensure patient safety and efficiency.
• Communicate effectively with team members before, during, and after procedures.

Skills

General patient care equipment

Unit specific equipment

Good communication skills

Adapt to healthcare technology

Verbal and written communication

PPE and safe handling devices

Education

Surgical technologist program or military training

Certified Surgical Technologist

BLS CPR certification

Tools

Surgical instrumentation

Sterile technique

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, neuroscience, 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.

Pay Range

$27.97 - $41.60 /hour