Certified Surgical Tech: $15K Sign-On & Relocation

Northwest-Health-Porte; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 47,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Relocation Assistance

Health Coverage

401(k) with match

Student Loan Support

Tuition Assistance

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Job summary

Northwest-Health-Porte is seeking a Certified Surgical Technician to join our operating room team in Valparaiso, Indiana. The role supports sterile field setup, instrument handling, and procedural readiness while maintaining infection control standards.

The Certified Surgical Technician will work with the surgical team to ensure patient safety, proper instrument counts, and efficient OR operations, with opportunities for sign-on bonuses and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Technical school or associate degree in surgical technology required
• Experience 0–2 years in the operating room preferred
• CST and BLS certifications required

Responsibilities

• Prepare the operating room with instruments, equipment, and supplies based on procedure and physician preference
• Maintain a sterile field throughout procedures and apply aseptic technique
• Anticipate surgeon needs and pass instruments efficiently during surgery
• Handle instruments and equipment per policy, including inspection, cleaning, and sterilization
• Document sponge, needle, and instrument counts to support patient safety
• Assist with patient positioning, draping, and transfer under RN direction
• Maintain physician preference cards and procedural documentation
• Restock supplies and prepare rooms for subsequent cases
• Perform other duties as assigned
• Maintain regular attendance and adhere to policies

Skills

Surgical techniques

Sterile processing

Team collaboration

Patient safety

Education

Associate Degree in Surgical Technology

Technical School in Surgical Technology/Practical Nursing

Job description

Northwest-Health-Porte is seeking a Certified Surgical Technician to join our operating room team in Valparaiso, Indiana. The role supports sterile field setup, instrument handling, and procedural readiness while maintaining infection control standards.

The Certified Surgical Technician will work with the surgical team to ensure patient safety, proper instrument counts, and efficient OR operations, with opportunities for sign-on bonuses and comprehensive benefits.