Certified Surgical Tech

AccessHealth; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

AccessHealth in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a Certified Surgical Tech to join our operating room team. You will prepare operating rooms, set up instruments, and maintain sterile fields to support safe patient care.

You will collaborate with RNs, anesthesia, and surgeons, assist during procedures, handle specimens, and ensure accurate counts. The role emphasizes teamwork, patient safety, and compassionate service in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Certified Surgical Tech with knowledge of sterile techniques and surgical procedures.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills are required to coordinate with the surgical team.
• Ability to anticipate the needs of the surgical team to maintain smooth procedures.
• Commitment to compassionate patient care and safety in the operating room.

Responsibilities

• Prepare operating rooms and set up instruments for surgical procedures
• Maintain sterile fields and assist surgeons during operations
• Collaborate with RNs, anesthesia, and surgical team to anticipate needs
• Handle specimens and ensure accurate counts throughout procedures
• Support safe and efficient surgical care in a dynamic environment

Skills

Certified Surgical Tech

Sterile technique

Teamwork & communication

Anticipate surgical needs

Patient safety & compassion

Job description

• Prepare operating rooms and set up instruments for surgical procedures
• Maintain sterile fields and assist surgeons during operations
• Collaborate with RNs, anesthesia, and surgical team to anticipate needs
• Handle specimens and ensure accurate counts throughout procedures
• Support safe and efficient surgical care in a dynamic environment

Role:

Certified Surgical Tech

Responsibilities:

• Prepare operating rooms and set up instruments for surgical procedures
• Maintain sterile fields and assist surgeons during operations
• Collaborate with RNs, anesthesia, and surgical team to anticipate needs
• Handle specimens and ensure accurate counts throughout procedures
• Support safe and efficient surgical care in a dynamic environment

Qualifications & Skills:

• Certification as a Surgical Tech
• Knowledge of sterile techniques and surgical procedures
• Strong teamwork and communication skills
• Ability to anticipate the needs of the surgical team
• Commitment to compassionate patient care and safety