Certified Surgical Technologist

Medworks; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Mileage reimbursement

Training & development

Job summary

Medworks is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) to support surgical procedures across hospitals and ambulatory centers in the Blacksburg/Christiansburg/Roanoke/Lexington region. The role requires frequent local travel between client sites and a strong focus on sterile technique and patient safety.

The CST will prepare operating rooms, assist during procedures, and help with post-operative cleanup and documentation.

Qualifications

• Must hold CST credential (NBSTSA or equivalent)
• Knowledge of surgical procedures, instrumentation, and sterile technique
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• 1+ year of surgical technologist experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Pre-Operative: Prepare operating rooms with sterile instruments, supplies, and equipment; ensure proper setup for scheduled procedures
• Intra-Operative: Maintain sterile field, anticipate surgeon needs, pass instruments, operate specialty equipment including lasers
• Post-Operative: Assist with room turnover, cleaning, restocking, and document equipment usage

Skills

Sterile technique

Teamwork

Fast-paced environment

Communication

Surgical equipment handling

Education

CST credential (NBSTSA)

Tools

Surgical lasers

Job description

About the Role

Medworks is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) to support surgical procedures across hospitals and ambulatory surgery centers in the greater Blacksburg/Christiansburg/Roanoke/Lexington region.

This is a mobile role that involves traveling between local client sites. The Surgical Technologist supports clinical teams by preparing operating rooms, maintaining sterile technique, and assisting during procedures to ensure safe and efficient patient care.

Responsibilities

Pre-Operative

• Prepare operating rooms with sterile instruments, supplies, and equipment
• Ensure proper setup for scheduled surgical procedures

Intra-Operative

• Maintain a sterile field and follow aseptic technique standards
• Anticipate the surgeon's needs and pass instruments efficiently
• Operate and monitor specialty surgical equipment, including lasers
• Support surgical teams to promote efficient workflow and patient safety

Post-Operative

• Assist with room turnover, cleaning, and restocking
• Complete documentation and track equipment usage accurately

Required Qualifications

• Active Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential (NBSTSA or equivalent accredited organization)
• Knowledge of surgical procedures, instrumentation, and sterile technique
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced clinical environment
• Strong communication and teamwork skills

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ year of surgical technologist experience
• Experience in urology, gynecology, or general surgery

Schedule & Travel

• Monday-Friday schedule based on surgical case volume
• Occasional early start times and extended days
• Participation in an on-call rotation as needed
• Frequent local travel between healthcare facilities
• Periodic travel outside the immediate area may be required
• Reliable transportation required

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: $63,000 - $75,000 annually
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off
• Mileage reimbursement
• Ongoing training and development opportunities

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Ability to lift and move equipment
• Ability to work in a surgical/clinical environment

About Medworks

Medworks provides surgical equipment and procedural support services to healthcare providers, specializing in urology, gynecology, and general surgery.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Medworks is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics.