Certified Surgical Tech

CHS Career Site; Moberly (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with matching

Student Loan Repayment: Up to $10,000

Educational Assistance

Paid Time Off Available

Competitive salary and comprehensive?

Job summary

CHS Career Site is seeking a Surgical Technician – Certified to support the operating room team in delivering safe, high‑quality patient care. You will prepare the sterile field, anticipate needs, and manage instruments and supplies to maintain efficiency and compliance with infection prevention protocols.

The role requires a CST and BLS, with 0–2 years OR experience and appropriate surgical technology education.

Qualifications

• Technical School graduate of Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing program required.
• Associate Degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences required.
• 0-2 years operating room surgical technician experience required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the OR with instruments, equipment and supplies per procedure.
• Maintain sterile field and follow asepsis and infection control principles.
• Anticipate surgeon needs and pass instruments promptly during procedures.
• Handle instruments per vendor and hospital policy; inspect and sterilize as required.
• Count sponges, needles and instruments with circulating nurse for safety.
• Assist with patient positioning, draping and transfers under RN guidance.
• Maintain physician preference cards and procedural documentation.
• Restock supplies and prep rooms for subsequent cases to ensure OR efficiency.
• Perform other duties as assigned and maintain reliable attendance.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

Skills

Surgical instrumentation

Sterile technique

OR teamwork

Infection control

Education

Technical/Surgical tech or PN program

Associate degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences

Tools

Surgical instruments

Sterilization equipment

Job description

Benefits:

• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with matching
• Student Loan Repayment: Up to $10,000
• Educational Assistance
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Paid Time Off Available

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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