Certified Surgical Technician- Day Shift

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 37,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

403B

Onsite parking

Referral rewards

Job summary

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic is seeking a Certified Surgical Technician for Germantown, MD. You will scrub for surgical procedures, assist the RN, and maintain OR supplies and equipment to ensure patient safety.

The role requires CST certification, BLS, a high school diploma, and strong reading, writing, and communication skills. Benefits and a collaborative surgical team support quality care.

Qualifications

• CST certification is required.
• Completion of an approved technologist program or 1 year of technologist experience.
• Current BLS certification must be maintained.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Ability to read, write, speak and comprehend English; basic numeracy and data entry are expected.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates rapid cleaning and preparation of the OR by assisting environmental services with cleaning.
• Ensure all equipment and supplies are available before starting a case.
• Gather missing supplies or equipment before scrubbing.
• Assist circulating nurse in preparing the OR for a procedure.
• Transmit patient data and pertinent information accurately to the health care team.

Skills

CST Certification

BLS Certification

English literacy

Fine motor skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technologist program completion

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: Job Title: Certified Surgical Technician Employment Type: Full-time Shift: Days Location: Germantown

Position Purpose Performs patient care duties delegated by the RN related to patients’ personal needs, comfort, and safety. Scrubs for surgical procedures and demonstrate competence while functioning as a member of the surgical team. Prepares and maintains supplies, instruments, and equipment related to surgical intervention.

Responsibilities

As a “Certified Surgical Technician” you will:

• Facilitates rapid cleaning and preparation of the operating room by assisting environmental services with cleaning.
• Ensure that all equipment and supplies are available before starting a case.
• Gathers any missing supplies or equipment before scrubbing.
• Assists circulating nurse in preparing the OR for a procedure.
• Consistently, accurately, and promptly transmits accurate information regarding reports, patient data, patient requests, or other pertinent information to appropriate healthcare team members.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current certification as surgical technologist (CST) required.
• Completion of an approved technologist program or previous technologist experience of at least one year.
• Current BLS certification
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Successful completion of adult basic education evaluations for math and reading
• Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend the English language
• Visual accuracy
• Auditory acuity
• Basic computer skills, to include data entry and retrieval
• Ability to coordinate eyes and hands quickly and accurately
• Ability to identify and distinguish color, temperature, texture, and size
• Ability to lift a minimum of 35 pounds, as determined by the nature of the patient care unit. Must be able to push, pull, lift patients and equipment (e.g. beds, stretchers). Must be able to bend body downward at the waist and be able to kneel.

Pay Range: $26.62 - $41.31 Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Non-benefit eligible Roles: Under 0.3 FTE (16 hours weekly) or per diem roles

Position Highlights and Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit packages, including medical, dental, vision, mental health, paid time off, 403B, education assistance and voluntary benefits (pet insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity and others) available from the first day of employment.
• Work/Life balance with flexible schedules.
• Free onsite parking.
• Our mission and core values are what drive each member of Trinity Health to support each other, communicate openly and respectfully while embracing a culture that nurtures a healing, safe environment for all.
• Referral Rewards Program

Holy Cross Health is a Catholic, not‑for‑profit health system that serves the two most populous counties in Maryland, Montgomery and Prince George’s, with a commitment to being the most trusted provider of health‑care services in the area. Founded in 1963 by the Sisters of the Holy Cross, Holy Cross Health is a member of Trinity Health of Livonia, Michigan. Holy Cross Hospital, in Silver Spring, is one of the largest hospitals in Maryland, and Holy Cross Germantown Hospital is the first hospital in the nation built on a community college campus, enhanced by an educational partnership. The Holy Cross Health Network operates primary‑care practices and affordable health centers, and offers a wide range of innovative, community‑based health and wellness programs. Specialty care, home care and hospice services round out Holy Cross Health’s high‑quality and coordinated continuum of care that aims to improve health and let you live life on your own terms. Holy Cross Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to Minority/Females/disabled/Veteran (M/F/D/V) status. Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person‑centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Trinity Health is one of the largest not‑for‑profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well‑being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.