Certified Surgical Technologist

Doctors Hospital of Augusta; Augusta (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Education support through tuition and‑

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Doctors Hospital of Augusta is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist to join the Main Operating Room team. You will work with surgeons and perioperative staff to ensure a safe, sterile environment and support high-quality patient care in a fast-paced setting.

You will prepare ORs, assist during procedures, maintain sterility, and participate in room turnover while upholding infection prevention and patient safety standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program.
• Current Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within established timeframe.
• Previous operating room experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare operating rooms for surgical procedures by ensuring all instruments, equipment, and supplies are available and sterile.
• Assist surgeons throughout surgical procedures by passing instruments and supplies.
• Maintain the sterile field and follow all infection prevention protocols.
• Perform sponge, needle, and instrument counts according to policy.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, nurses, and other members of the perioperative team.
• Assist with room turnover and preparation for subsequent procedures.
• Support patient safety initiatives and quality improvement efforts.
• Demonstrate professionalism and a commitment to compassionate patient care.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Aseptic technique knowledge

Fast-paced environment

Education

Accredited Surgical Technology program

Job description

Do you have the career opportunities as a Certified Surgical Technologist that you want with your current employer? Doctors Hospital of Augusta, part of HCA Healthcare, has an exciting opportunity for a Surgical Technologist to join our Main Operating Room team. We invest in what matters most to our colleagues: professional growth, career development, and exceptional patient care.

Join a team that is committed to delivering high-quality surgical services in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your skills make a direct impact on patient outcomes.

Job Summary And Qualifications

As a Certified Surgical Technologist in the Main Operating Room, you will play a critical role in supporting surgeons and the surgical team before, during, and after procedures. You will help ensure a safe, efficient, and sterile environment while delivering exceptional care to our patients.

In this role, you will:

• Prepare operating rooms for surgical procedures by ensuring all instruments, equipment, and supplies are available and sterile
• Assist surgeons throughout surgical procedures by anticipating needs and passing instruments and supplies
• Maintain the sterile field and follow all infection prevention protocols
• Perform sponge, needle, and instrument counts according to policy
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, nurses, and other members of the perioperative team
• Assist with room turnover and preparation for subsequent procedures
• Support patient safety initiatives and quality improvement efforts
• Demonstrate professionalism and a commitment to compassionate patient care

What qualifications you will need:

• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program required
• Current Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential required through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within established timeframe
• Previous operating room experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of aseptic technique and surgical instrumentation
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced surgical environment
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills

Benefits

Doctors Hospital of Augusta offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn More About Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Doctors Hospital of Augusta, part of HCA Healthcare, is a 350-bed hospital that provides a wide range of medical services. It is known for its 24/7 emergency care, Level II Trauma Center, Burn Center, advanced heart care, and Baby-Friendly maternity services. The hospital also offers surgery, women’s imaging, and a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), and it accepts most insurance plans. It is located at 3651 Wheeler Road in Augusta, Georgia.

The hospital provides 24/7 emergency care with a Level II Trauma Center and full stroke care, as well as a nationally recognized Burn Center that is one of the largest in the country and offers advanced wound care. It also delivers advanced heart care for patients experiencing heart attacks. In addition, the hospital supports maternity and women’s health with a Baby-Friendly designation, a Level II NICU, and a certified Women’s Diagnostic Center. Surgical services include specialized care in orthopedic procedures like hip and knee replacements and spinal fusion surgeries. The hospital also operates Doctors Hospital Evans Emergency, a freestanding emergency room that is open 24/7 and provides advanced imaging and lab services.

Doctors Hospital of Augusta has several important accreditations. It is accredited by the American College of Radiology for radiation oncology services and by the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program for bariatric surgery. Its inpatient rehabilitation facility is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities in the Central Savannah River Area. The hospital’s laboratory is accredited by the College of American Pathologists, and its Center for Stroke Care is accredited by The Joint Commission. Its electroencephalogram (EEG) laboratory is accredited by the Laboratory Accreditation Board of ABRET.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Certified Surgical Technologist opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.