Certified Surgical Technologist

Pride Health; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 68,880 - 74,390; Full time

Job summary

Pride Health in Columbus, OH is seeking a qualified Surgical Technologist to support high-acuity trauma and surgical procedures. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of operating room experience with expertise in neurosurgery, orthopedics, and general surgery.

The position offers a night shift with 12-hour hours, 36 hours per week, and a competitive pay range between $50 - $54 per hour for locals and $2,140 - $2,180 per week for travelers.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of Operating Room Surgical Technologist experience required.
• Previous travel experience preferred.
• EPIC charting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain sterile operating room environments.
• Assist surgeons during operative procedures.
• Support complex surgical cases including neurosurgery and trauma.
• Operate advanced surgical equipment.

Skills

Operating Room experience

Neurosurgery experience

Orthopedic/Orthopedic Spine surgery experience

Complex General Surgery experience

BLS certification

Critical thinking skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work variable shifts

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Surgical Technologist to support a high-acuity Operating Room environment specializing in trauma, neurosurgery, orthopedic spine, bariatric, and complex general surgery procedures. The ideal candidate will have strong Level I Trauma experience, excellent sterile technique skills, and the ability to work effectively in fast-paced surgical settings with variable shift scheduling and call requirements. This role requires expertise in advanced surgical procedures, robotics, trauma cases, and multidisciplinary collaboration while maintaining patient safety and operating room efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain sterile operating room environments for complex surgical procedures.
• Assist surgeons during operative procedures by passing instruments, handling supplies, and anticipating surgical needs.
• Support neurosurgery, spine, orthopedic spine, bariatric, trauma, transplant, robotic, and general surgery cases.
• Perform surgical counts and maintain compliance with aseptic and infection prevention protocols.
• Operate and troubleshoot advanced surgical equipment including robotic systems and specialty instrumentation.
• Assist with patient positioning, specimen handling, wound care, and sterile field management.
• Ensure proper instrument processing, sterilization, and equipment maintenance.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, nurses, and interdisciplinary OR teams to support patient safety and workflow efficiency.
• Respond effectively during trauma and emergency surgical procedures.
• Adhere to radiation safety, laser safety, isolation precautions, PPE, and universal protocol standards.
• Participate in weekend, holiday, and overnight call coverage as required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of Operating Room Surgical Technologist experience required.
• Experience in Neurosurgery and Spine procedures required.
• Experience in Complex Orthopedic/Orthopedic Spine surgery required.
• Experience in Complex General Surgery including Bariatric Surgery required.
• Previous travel experience preferred.
• Current BLS certification required.
• EPIC charting experience preferred.
• Strong experience in high-acuity trauma and surgical environments required.
• Ability to work variable shifts, weekends, holidays, and on-call schedules required.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and critical thinking skills required.
• Shift is 12-hour night shift (06:30 PM - 07:00 AM), 36 hrs/week
• Location is Columbus, OH 43210
• Pay Range for Locals: $50 - $54 per hour
• Pay Range for Travelers: $2,140 - $2,180 per week

Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Pride Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Fair Chance Employer Statement

Pride Health is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.