Certified Surgical Tech Evenings

North Knoxville Medical Center; Powell (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Student loan repayment

Educational assistance

Benefits package

Paid time off

Job summary

The Surgical Technician – Certified role at North Knoxville Medical Center collaborates with the surgical team to ensure safe, efficient patient care in the operating room. You prepare and maintain the sterile field, anticipate team needs, and handle instruments and supplies per policy.

You'll support OR efficiency through equipment readiness, inventory management, and adherence to infection prevention protocols, while maintaining accurate counts and assisting with patient positioning and

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepares the operating room by ensuring instruments, equipment and supplies are ready.
• Maintains a sterile field throughout procedures using aseptic techniques.
• Anticipates surgeon needs and passes instruments and supplies accurately.
• Handles instruments and equipment per policy, including sterilization.
• Performs sponge, needle, and instrument counts for patient safety.
• Assists with patient positioning, draping, and transfers under RN direction.
• Maintains physician preference cards and procedural documentation.
• Restocks supplies and cleans/returns equipment to storage.
• Performs other duties as assigned and keeps attendance reliable.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Surgical techniques

Sterile processing

Organization

Infection control

Teamwork

Communication

Patient safety

Education

Surgical Technology program

Applied Sciences degree

Job description

• 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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Job Info

• Job Identification 161032
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 08/11/2026, 01:36 PM
• Degree Level Trade School
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Evening
• Locations 7565 Dannaher Dr, Powell, TN, 37849, US