Certified Surgical Technician

CHI; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 31,836 - 47,361; Full time

Job summary

CHI is seeking a Surgical Tech in Lincoln, Nebraska. In this role, you will prepare the operating room and assist the surgical team during various procedures, maintaining a sterile environment and facilitating the highest standards of patient care. Responsibilities include preparing instruments, collaborating with nurses, and ensuring proper handling of specimens. Certification in Surgical Technology and Basic Life Support is required. Preferred candidates will have previous operating room experience.

Qualifications

• Must possess current Surgical Tech certification.
• Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Previous Operating Room experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgical teams and prepare the operating room.
• Handle instruments and maintain a sterile field.
• Ensure proper care of specimens.

Skills

Technical skill in surgical procedures

Knowledge of instruments and equipment

Collaboration within a surgical team

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Accredited Surgical Technology program

Job description

Job Summary

As our Surgical Tech, you will help prepare the operating room and surgical team for a variety of surgical procedures. Every day you will set up surgical equipment and instruments, assist the surgical team, and ensure a sterile environment, collaborating within the OR team and contributing directly to the patient’s healing process.

Essential Job Functions

• Assist in orienting new personnel and orient new associates as needed, based on experience level.
• Plan for and prepare the necessary instruments, supplies, and equipment required for surgical procedures.
• Demonstrate knowledge and technical skill in the care and use of instruments, supplies, and equipment used during a surgical procedure.
• Perform skin preparation as directed.
• Assist in positioning and draping the patient for the appropriate procedure.
• Properly identify and handle medication passed onto the sterile field under the direction of the RN.
• Complete accurate instrument, sponge, and sharp counts with a Registered Nurse.
• Perform scrub duties such as handling instruments, holding retractors, cutting sutures, and maintaining a sterile field.
• Assist in transporting blood products and specimens to and from the Laboratory.
• Ensure proper care of specimens from surgical procedures.
• Perform all work in accordance with accepted standards of sanitation, safety, and proper handling techniques, including sterilization and high‑level disinfection procedures.
• Assist the Registered Nurse as directed.

Education

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program.

Licensure and Certification

• Current Surgical Tech certification required.
• Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Experience and Pre‑Requisites

• Previous Operating Room experience preferred.

Pay Range

$23.11 - $34.38 per hour