Certified Surgical Tech Evenings

Tennova Healthcare- North Knoxville Medical Center; Powell (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Student Loan Repayment: Up to $10,000

Educational Assistance

Competitive salary and comprehensive…

Paid Time Off Available

Job summary

Tennova Healthcare- North Knoxville Medical Center is seeking a Certified Surgical Technician to support the operating room team in Powell, TN. The role focuses on preparing the sterile field, maintaining asepsis, and assisting surgeons with instrument handling to ensure safe, efficient procedures.

Qualified candidates have CST and BLS, with 0–2 years of OR experience. Expect collaborative teamwork and strict adherence to infection control standards in a busy perioperative setting.

Qualifications

• Technical School or Associate Degree in Surgical Technology is required.
• 0–2 years of OR surgical technician experience preferred.
• CST and BLS certifications are required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare operating room with instruments and supplies per procedure.
• Maintain sterile field and aseptic technique throughout surgery.
• Pass instruments to surgeon and support team as needed.
• Inspect and sterilize instruments per policy.
• Document sponge, needle, and instrument counts for patient safety.
• Assist with patient positioning and draping under RN direction.
• Restock and prepare rooms for subsequent cases to ensure OR efficiency.
• Adhere to infection prevention and hospital policies.

Skills

Surgical techniques

Anticipation of needs

Organizational skills

Regulatory knowledge

Communication & teamwork

Patient safety

Education

Associate Degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences

Technical School graduate - Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing

Tools

None specified

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

Benefits

• 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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