Certified Surgical Tech

Community Health Systems; Kirksville (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k)

Tuition assistance

Competitive pay

Paid time off

Life insurance

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is actively seeking a Certified Surgical Technician to join our operating room team.

The role involves preparing and maintaining the sterile field, anticipating the surgical team's needs, and ensuring proper handling of instruments and supplies throughout procedures. The technician will support OR efficiency through equipment readiness, inventory management, and adherence to infection prevention protocols.

Qualifications

• Technical School graduate in Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing.
• Associate Degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences.
• 0-2 years OR surgical technician experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepares operating room with instruments, equipment, and supplies as Procedure dictates.
• Maintains sterile field, applying universal precautions and aseptic technique.
• Anticipates surgeon needs, passing instruments accurately during procedures.
• Handles instruments and equipment per manufacturer instructions and policy.
• Performs sponge, needle, and instrument counts with circulating nurse to ensure safety.
• Assists with patient positioning, draping, and transfer under RN direction.
• Maintains physician preference cards and procedural documentation.
• Restocks supplies and cleans/returns equipment to storage.
• Prepares rooms for subsequent cases to ensure OR efficiency.
• Performs other duties as assigned and maintains regular attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Surgical techniques

Sterile processing

Infection control

Teamwork

Patient safety

Education

Technical School or Practical Nursing program

Associate Degree in Surgical Technology

Job description

Shift: 7a-3:30p

Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Coverage - Medical, dental, and vision plans to keep you and your family healthy.
• Future Security: 401(k) with matching
• Educational Tuition Assistance
• Competitive Pay & Full Benefits - A salary and package designed to reward your expertise and dedication.
• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance

Job Summary

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.

Essential Functions

• 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

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