Certified Surgical Tech

CHS Career Site; Statesboro (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Competitive salary and comprehensive

Paid Time Off Available

Job summary

CHS Career Site in Statesboro, GA is seeking a Certified Surgical Tech to support the operating room team. The role prepares the sterile field, anticipates surgeon needs, and ensures proper handling of instruments and supplies.

The Surgical Technician—Certified also supports OR efficiency through equipment readiness and infection prevention adherence. Responsibilities include maintaining sterile technique, counts, patient positioning and draping, inventory management, and room turnover.

Qualifications

• Technical School or accredited program in Surgical Technology.
• Associate degree may be preferred; CST certification may be required.
• 0–2 years OR experience desired or equivalent training.

Responsibilities

• Prepares OR by ensuring instruments, equipment, and supplies are ready.
• Maintains sterile field and adheres to aseptic technique.
• Anticipates surgeon needs and passes instruments accurately during procedures.
• Handles instruments per policy, including cleaning and sterilization.
• Performs sponge, needle, and instrument counts with the team.
• Assists with patient positioning and draping for procedures.
• Maintains physician preference cards and procedural documentation.
• Restocks supplies and prepares rooms for next cases.
• Maintains regular attendance and complies with policies.

Skills

Surgical Technologist

Sterile technique

OR teamwork

Attention to detail

Regulatory standards

Education

Technical School/Surgical Technology certificate

Associate Degree in Surgical Technology

Job description

Certified Surgical Tech
Full time, Days: 4 10-hour shifts

• 401(k) with matching
• 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

Job Info

• Job Identification 166279
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 09/29/2026, 01:08 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations 1499 Fair Rd, Statesboro, GA, 30458, US