Certified Surgical Technologist

Ascension; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Ascension in Nashville, TN, is seeking a Surgical Technician to support the Operating Room team. You will anticipate instrument and supply needs, positioning patients with care, and ensure sterile field integrity throughout procedures.

The role emphasizes accuracy in counts, adherence to standards, and collaboration with surgeons to ensure safe, high-quality care. This full-time on-site position offers comprehensive benefits and growth opportunities within Ascension.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 month of hire date; AHA or Red Cross accepted.
• Surgical Tech credentialed from NBSTSA obtained prior to hire date.
• TN code requires existing experience if non-certified (see posting).

Responsibilities

• Act as the right hand to surgeons by anticipating instrument and supply needs, ensuring readiness before request.
• Maintain patient safety through precise positioning and meticulous draping.
• Maintain 100% accuracy in instrument and sponge counts to safeguard the sterile field from incision to closure.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Proactive mindset

Patient safety

Education

High School diploma or equivalent with 2 years experience

Associate's degree/Technical degree

4 years of applicable cumulative job-specific experience

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Nashville, TN
• Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas Midtown
• Department/Specialty: Operating Room
• Schedule: Days l Full-time

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How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Intuitive Surgical Partnership: Act as the "right hand" to our surgeons by anticipating every move. With elite focus and a proactive mindset, you'll ensure the exact instrument or supply is ready before it's even requested.
• Patient Advocacy in Motion: You are a critical guardian of the patient's journey. From precision positioning to meticulous draping, you ensure safety, dignity, and clinical excellence at every stage of the procedure.
• Guardian of Accuracy: Take ownership of the sterile field with masterfully organized workflows. By maintaining 100% accuracy in instrument and sponge counts, you serve as the final word in patient safety from incision to closure.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Surgical Tech credentialed from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Per Tennessee Code (TCA) 68-57-101(a), non-certified applicants must have 18 months of surgical technologist experience in the 3 years preceding 5/21/07; or began the appropriate surgical technologist training prior to 5/21/07 and completed by 5/21/10.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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