Certified Surgical Tech: Efficient OR Support & Safety

Tennova Healthcare - Jefferson Memorial Hospital; Tennessee; On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennova Healthcare - Jefferson Memorial Hospital in Tennessee is seeking a Surgical Technician - Certified to collaborate with the surgical team in the operating room. The role focuses on preparing and maintaining the sterile field, handling instruments, and supporting OR efficiency while adhering to infection prevention protocols.

Required CST certification, BLS, and 0–2 years of OR experience; technical school or associate degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences; strong attention to

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepares the operating room by ensuring surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies are properly set up.
• Maintains a sterile field throughout the surgical procedure.
• Anticipates the needs of the surgeon, passing instruments and supplies accurately and efficiently.
• Handles surgical instruments and equipment according to manufacturer instructions and hospital policy.
• Performs and documents sponge, needle, and instrument counts with the circulating nurse.
• Assists with patient positioning, draping, and transfer under RN direction.
• Supports maintenance of physician preference cards and procedural documentation.
• Restocks supplies and prepares rooms for subsequent cases.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Surgical techniques

Sterile processing

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Patient safety

Education

Technical School graduate of Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing program

Associate Degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences

Job description

Tennova Healthcare - Jefferson Memorial Hospital in Tennessee is seeking a Surgical Technician - Certified to collaborate with the surgical team in the operating room. The role focuses on preparing and maintaining the sterile field, handling instruments, and supporting OR efficiency while adhering to infection prevention protocols.

Required CST certification, BLS, and 0–2 years of OR experience; technical school or associate degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences; strong attention to