Certified Surgical Technician - PRN - Granger Surgery Center

Northwest Health; La Porte (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

INDCLINIC is seeking a Surgical Technician – Certified to work with the operating room team, ensuring a safe, high-quality patient experience. You will prepare sterile fields, anticipate instrument needs, and maintain inventory while upholding infection control and procedural standards.

CST and BLS are required; 0–2 years OR experience preferred; strong teamwork and communication are essential. This role supports patient safety, room readiness, and collaboration with the RN to ensure efficient

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepares the operating room by ensuring instruments, equipment, and supplies are ready for the procedure and physician preference card.
• Maintains a sterile field throughout procedures using aseptic technique and universal precautions.
• Anticipates surgeon needs and passes instruments accurately and efficiently during procedures.
• Handles instruments per manufacturer instructions and hospital policy, including inspection and sterilization.
• Performs and documents counts in collaboration with the circulating nurse to support patient safety.
• Assists with patient positioning, draping, and transfers under RN direction.
• Restocks supplies and readies rooms for subsequent cases to ensure OR efficiency.

Skills

Surgical techniques

Sterile processing

Patient safety

Teamwork

Time management

Infection control

Communication

Regulatory standards

Education

Technical School credential (Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing)

Associate Degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences

Tools

None

Job description

• Be Valued for What You Bring to the Team – Competitive pay that rewards your hard work
• Invest in Your Future – 401(k) with company match
• Your Wins Deserve Recognition – Employee rewards and recognition programs
• A Team You\'ll Love Working With – A collaborative, purpose-driven culture making a difference every day

Why Join Us?

• Be Valued for What You Bring to the Team – Competitive pay that rewards your hard work
• Invest in Your Future – 401(k) with company match
• Your Wins Deserve Recognition – Employee rewards and recognition programs
• A Team You\'ll Love Working With – A collaborative, purpose-driven culture making a difference every day

Great people. Great benefits. Meaningful work. Join us and make an impact.

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

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for an employer.

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