Certified Surgical Technologist

Novant Health; Hilton Head Island (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Novant Health is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist to facilitate safe surgical procedures. You'll work under the supervision of surgeons and nurses, ensuring that the operating room is prepared and patient safety is prioritized.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED, be a graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program, and possess effective customer service skills. Novant Health values diversity and teamwork to provide exceptional care.

Qualifications

• Must have effective and appropriate customer service skills.
• Current Surgical Tech Certification preferred.
• Demonstrate effective communication techniques.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care while complying with policies and procedures.
• Ensure operating room readiness and apply aseptic techniques.
• Build meaningful connections with patients to improve their experience.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Effective communication

Customer service skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Accredited School of Surgical Technology program

Job description

What We Offer

As a Certified Surgical Technologist, you will work under the supervision of a surgeon and registered nurse to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures. This role ensures that the operating room environment is safe, equipment functions properly, and procedures are conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. You will apply expertise in sterile and aseptic technique while utilizing knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and advanced tools and technologies to support physicians in performing invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.

What You'll Do

• Work under the supervision of a surgeon and registered nurse to support safe and effective surgical procedures
• Ensure operating room readiness, including equipment functionality and sterile environment
• Apply sterile and aseptic techniques to support surgical procedures
• Assist physicians during invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures

Core Responsibilities Include

• Patient Care: Assist with patient care while complying with Novant Health policies and procedures and regulatory standards. Maintain clinical and professional surgical services competencies and assist in maintaining the security of medications.
• Communication: Practice effective skills.
• Physical Tasks: Check supplies and equipment needed for surgical procedures; scrub, gown, and glove. Set up sterile tables with instruments, supplies, equipment, and medications or solutions needed for procedures. Perform counts per policy. Gown surgeons and assistants, assist with draping the sterile field, pass instruments during procedures, and maintain the highest standard of sterile technique. Prepare sterile dressings, clean and prepare instruments for sterilization, assist with room cleaning, and prepare the room for the next patient.
• Human Experience: Demonstrate courage by creating and sharing innovative ideas to improve the experience for patients and peers. Build meaningful connections with patients, keep them informed, and model experience principles through consistent behaviors. Value diversity and foster an inclusive environment. Communicate clearly using plain language and teach‑back methods. Model the mission, vision, values, and people credo through a passion for caring for team members, patients, and the community.

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Graduate of an accredited School of Surgical Technology program or Military Training Equivalent (68D - Operating Room Specialist)
• Online Surgical Tech program credits will not be accepted

Experience

• Previous Surgical Technologist experience preferred
• Refer to the Life Support Training Policy NH-HR-3096

Licensure/Certification

• Current Surgical Tech Certification (CST, TS-C, NRCST, or SA-C) preferredCurrent Surgical Tech Certification required based on state specific regulations (South Carolina Region Only)

Additional Skills/Requirements

• For incumbents who are not graduates of an accredited School of Surgical Technology program or do not have certification, certification is recommended within 12 months of hire
• Ability to successfully complete generic and department-specific skill validation and competency testing
• Demonstrate effective and appropriate customer service skills, verbal and nonverbal communication techniques, interpersonal relationship skills, and time management skills

Why Choose Novant Health

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.

Job Opening ID: 153167