Certified Surgical Tech — OR Prep & Sterile Field

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. in Knoxville, TN seeks a Surgical Technician – Certified to support the operating room team in delivering safe, high-quality patient care. The role focuses on sterile field setup, instrument handling, and infection control, collaborating with RN staff to ensure procedural readiness.

Qualifications include CST certification and BLS, with 0–2 years OR experience preferred. Two-year education pathway or technical program completion is required.

Qualifications

• CST and BLS certifications required.
• 0-2 years OR experience preferred.
• Technical school graduate required or associate degree depending on pathway.

Responsibilities

• Prepare OR and ensure instruments and supplies are ready per procedure and physician card.
• Maintain sterile field and aseptic technique throughout surgery.
• Anticipate surgeon needs and pass instruments efficiently.
• Handle instruments and equipment per policy, including sterilization.
• Count sponges, needles, and instruments with circulating nurse for safety.
• Assist with patient positioning and draping under RN direction.
• Maintain physician preference cards and procedural documentation.
• Restock supplies and prepare rooms for next case to ensure OR efficiency.
• Perform other duties as assigned and maintain reliable attendance.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

Skills

Surgical techniques

Sterile processing

Time management

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Patient safety

Education

Surgical Tech program or PN program

Associate degree in Surgical Technology/Applied Sciences

Job description

Community Health Systems, Inc. in Knoxville, TN seeks a Surgical Technician – Certified to support the operating room team in delivering safe, high-quality patient care. The role focuses on sterile field setup, instrument handling, and infection control, collaborating with RN staff to ensure procedural readiness.

Qualifications include CST certification and BLS, with 0–2 years OR experience preferred. Two-year education pathway or technical program completion is required.