Certified Surgical Technologist

Tennova Healthcare - Jefferson Memorial Hospital; Jefferson City (TN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) with matching

Student Loan Repayment: Up to $10,000

Educational Assistance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Tennova Healthcare - Jefferson Memorial Hospital in Jefferson City, TN seeks a Certified Surgical Technologist for full-time day shifts (7a-3:30p) with call requirements. You will prepare the operating room, maintain sterility, pass instruments, and support OR efficiency under the supervision of the circulating nurse and RN.

The role emphasizes patient safety, inventory control, and adherence to infection prevention protocols, with opportunities for professional development and a comprehensive

Qualifications

• CST (Certified Surgical Technologist) and BLS required.
• 0-2 years OR experience preferred.
• Technical or Nursing program graduate as stated in qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the OR and ensure sterile field.
• Anticipate surgeon needs and pass instruments.
• Inspect, clean, and sterilize equipment per policy.
• Count sponges, needles, and instruments with circulating nurse.
• Assist with patient positioning and draping.
• Restock supplies and prepare rooms between cases.
• Maintain documentation and comply with policies.

Skills

Surgical techniques

Instrumentation handling

Sterile processing

Anticipation and speed

Organization and time management

Communication and teamwork

Education

Technical School/Surgical Tech program

Associate Degree in Surgical Technology

Tools

None

Job description

Certified Surgical Technologist
Shift: Full-Time Days, Mon-Fri, 7a-3:30p, call required
$10,000 Student Loan Repayment

Benefits:

• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with matching
• Student Loan Repayment: Up to $10,000
• Educational Assistance
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Paid Time Off Available

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