Certified Surgical Technician - Operating Room - Full Time

Solution for Health International; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Magnet designation

Health, dental, vision

Tuition & certification reimbursement

Nursing student loan paydown

Job summary

Southern NH Medical Center is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist for full-time first shift. The role supports the Surgical Services team, preparing sterile instrumentation, assisting with verification, intra-operative procedures, and case closure under nursing supervision.

Eligible candidates will have an accredited surgical technologist program, CST/TS-C credentials, and current BLS; NH licensure is required. Flexible shifts and opportunities for career growth are offered.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited surgical technologist program required.
• Tech in Surgery (TS-C) or Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) required.
• Current BLS certification required.
• New Hampshire Medical Technologist registration is required (unless other NH state license is held).
• Within 30 days: Basic Life Support competency.

Responsibilities

• Identify and prepare sterile instrumentation and equipment for surgical procedures.
• Assist surgical team with verification process.
• Assist surgical team with intra-operative procedures and closure procedures.
• Review the surgical booking and match procedures to preference cards.
• Accurately use preference cards for instrument selection.
• Inspect instruments for sterility, safety and function.
• Maintain sterile field and environment.

Skills

Sterile technique

BLS certified

Education

Accredited surgical technologist program

TS-C or CST credential

Job description

Certified Surgical Technologist

Full Time - First Shift

Experience required

$15K Sign On Bonus

Who We Are:

SNHMC has nine operating room suites, 25 pre-op/PACU bays, and a sterile processing department. Hours are flexible, with 8-, 10-, and 12-hour day shifts available. The OR has a dedicated call team Sunday through Thursday nights beginning at 7PM, making OR call minimal. Services range from elective and non-elective procedures, including neurological, orthopedic, gynecological, urological, bariatric, colorectal, vascular, ENT, general, breast, and plastics. Surgical services are growing and evolving, utilizing the latest technology for the wide variety of procedures we perform. The OR also offers Periop-101 and advancements.

About the Job:

As a member of the Surgical Services team, the Surgical Technologist identifies and prepares sterile instrumentation and equipment for surgical procedures. This role assists the surgical team with the verification process, intra-operative procedures, and case closure protocol. In given circumstances that may arise must respond appropriately to emergency situations. The Surgical Technologist works under the direction of the Circulator and is accountable to the RN Unit Director.

What You’ll Do:

• Identify and prepare sterile instrumentation and equipment for surgical procedures.

• Assist surgical team with verification process.

• Assist surgical team with intra-operative procedures and with closure procedures.

• Review the surgical booking and matches procedures to preference cards.

• Accurately uses surgical preference cards for selection of instrumentation.

• Inspect instruments for sterility, safety and function.

• Evaluate surroundings to maintain sterile field.

Who You Are:

• Graduate of an accredited surgical technologist program required.

• Tech in Surgery (TS-C) or Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) required.

• Current BLS certification required.

• New Hampshire Medical Technologist registration is required (unless other current NH state license is held).

• Ability to complete the following competencies:

• Within 30 days:

  • Basic Life Support

• Within 90 days:

• Use of preference cards

• Instrument preparation

• Maintenance of sterile field

• Surgical briefings and time-outs

• Instrument safe handling

• Surgical counts

• Instrument inventory and decontamination

Why You’ll Love Us:

• Southern NH Medical Center is a 5-time Magnet designated hospital

• Health, dental, prescription, and vision coverage for full-time & part-time employees

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage

• Life insurance

• Short- and long-term disability

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

• Competitive pay

• Tuition & Certification Reimbursement

• Nursing Student Loan Paydown Program

• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

• Education & Paid training courses for continued career progression