Certified Surgical Technician

TriHealth; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on bonus up to $12,000

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

TriHealth in Cincinnati, Ohio is looking for a dedicated Surgical Technologist to join their team. In this part-time role, you will assist in various surgical procedures and ensure the surgical area is properly prepared. Responsibilities include patient care and maintaining surgical equipment.

To qualify, candidates must have a high school diploma, graduate from an accredited Surgical Technology program, and hold BLS certification. Benefits include a sign-on bonus and a comprehensive package of health coverage and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Graduate of an accredited school of Surgical Technology is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of the surgical area.
• Prepare and maintain all necessary surgical equipment.
• Perform pre- and post-operative patient care.

Skills

Surgical procedures knowledge

Patient care

Equipment maintenance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate of accredited school of Surgical Technology

Tools

Surgical instruments

Sterile linen

Job description

Location

Good Samaritan Hospital 375 Dixmyth Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220

Schedule

Part time, day shift

Incentives & Benefits

Sign on bonus up to $12,000 with a two year work commitment (For external candidates).

We offer competitive shift differentials, opportunities for professional growth, and a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement savings plans, and tuition reimbursement.

Minimum Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED (Required)
• Graduate of an accredited school of Surgical Technology (Required). We will accept a non-accredited school of Surgical Technology if hired prior to 2019.
• Other Surgical Technologist Certification required Upon Hire Required
• Basic Life Support (BLS) BLS/CPR (Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers) (Required)

Job Overview

Apply specialized knowledge in various surgical procedures to expedite process and reduce patient risk. Assist in the preparation of the surgical area. Scrub, assist, and anticipate physicians' needs during surgical procedures.

Job Responsibilities

• Entry‑level technical role focused on building confidence and skills in technical and operational areas.
• Keeps all required surgical equipment ready, including sterile linens, saline, lights, suction machines, and related supplies.
• Performs pre‑ and post‑operative patient care such as shaving, transporting, and applying dressings.
• Sets up and maintains the surgical field, collaborating with nurses and physicians and assisting as needed; assembles, transports, and retrieves surgical equipment, ensuring all items are accounted for.
• Inspects, maintains, decontaminates, and repairs surgical equipment while keeping inventory records current.
• Solves straightforward problems within the scope of training and established procedures.
• Relies on guidance and training from the supervisor and more experienced team members.

Working Conditions

Bending - Occasionally

Climbing - Rarely

Concentrating - Frequently

Continuous Learning - Frequently

Hearing: Conversation - Frequently

Hearing: Other Sounds -

Interpersonal Communication - Frequently

Kneeling - Rarely

Lifting Pulling - Occasionally

Pushing - Occasionally

Reaching - Occasionally

Reading - Frequently

Sitting - Occasionally

Standing - Frequently

Stooping -

Talking - Frequently

Thinking/Reasoning - Consistently

Use of Hands - Frequently

Color Vision - Frequently

Visual Acuity: Far - Frequently

Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently

Walking - Frequently