Certified Surgical Technician - PRN - Granger Surgery Center

Northwest Health Medical Group - LaPorte; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Tuition reimbursement

Licensure/certification reimbursement

Student loan assistance

Job summary

Northwest Health - La Porte is looking for a Certified Surgical Technician to work collaboratively with the surgical team to provide high-quality patient care in the operating room. You'll be responsible for maintaining a sterile environment, preparing surgical instruments, and ensuring equipment readiness.

Qualified candidates should have a degree in Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing and relevant experience. This position offers benefits including health insurance and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing program.
• 0-2 years of operating room surgical technician experience.
• CST certification and BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the operating room with necessary instruments and equipment.
• Maintain a sterile field during surgical procedures.
• Anticipate and pass instruments to the surgeon efficiently.
• Handle surgical instruments according to hospital policy.
• Perform sponge, needle, and instrument counts accurately.
• Assist with patient positioning and transfer.
• Restock supplies and prepare rooms for subsequent cases.

Skills

Surgical techniques expertise

Sterile processing

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Technical School graduate of Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing

Associate Degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences

Job description

Benefits

As a Surgical Technician, you’ll join a team and be a part of a culture that's dedicated to providing top quality care to our patients. Our full-time employees enjoy a robust benefits package which may include health insurance, 401(k), licensure/certification reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, and student loan assistance for eligible roles.

Job Summary

The Surgical Technician – Certified works collaboratively with the surgical team to facilitate safe, effective, and high-quality patient care in the operating room. This role prepares and maintains the sterile field, anticipates surgical team needs, and ensures proper handling of surgical instruments and supplies. The Surgical Technician – Certified also supports OR efficiency through equipment readiness, inventory management, and adherence to infection prevention protocols.

Essential Functions

• Prepares the operating room by ensuring surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies are properly set up and available based on the procedure and physician preference card.
• Maintains a sterile field throughout the surgical procedure, applying principles of Universal Precautions, asepsis, and sterile technique.
• Anticipates the needs of the surgeon, passing instruments and supplies accurately and efficiently during surgical procedures.
• Handles surgical instruments and equipment according to manufacturer instructions and hospital policy, including inspection, point-of-use cleaning, and sterilization.
• Performs and documents sponge, needle, and instrument counts in collaboration with the circulating nurse to support patient safety.
• Assists with patient positioning, draping, and transfer under the direction of the RN to ensure patient safety and procedural readiness.
• Supports ongoing maintenance and accuracy of physician preference cards and procedural documentation.
• Restocks supplies, cleans and returns equipment to designated storage areas, and prepares rooms for subsequent cases to ensure OR efficiency.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Technical School graduate of Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing program required or
• Associate Degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences required
• 0-2 years of operating room surgical technician experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Expertise in surgical techniques, instrumentation, and sterile processing.
• Ability to anticipate the needs of the surgical team and respond quickly during procedures.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to maintain efficient workflow.
• Knowledge of regulatory and accreditation standards, including safety and infection control protocols.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with the perioperative team.
• Commitment to patient safety and high-quality care.

Licenses and Certifications

• CST - Certified Surgical Technologist required
• BLS - Basic Life Support required