Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) Full-Time 7a-5:30p with Call Rotation

NBSTSA; Danville (IN); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Shift pay

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Job summary

NBSTSA is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) to join our perioperative team in Indiana. The CST ensures sterile technique, prepares rooms and instruments, and supports surgeons throughout procedures.

Ideal candidates have completed an accredited Surgical Technology program, hold CST credentials, and maintain BLS certification. Strong communication and teamwork are essential in our fast-paced surgical environment with on-call responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program.
• Current CST credential.
• Current BLS certification.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, physicians, and team members.

Responsibilities

• Prepare operating rooms for procedures.
• Gather and arrange surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment.
• Establish and maintain a sterile field.
• Pass instruments, sutures, and supplies during procedures.
• Anticipate the needs of surgeons and surgical team members.
• Participate in room turnover and preparation for subsequent cases.
• Assist with specimen handling according to policy.
• Support infection prevention and patient safety standards.
• Participate in on-call coverage as assigned.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Surgical instrumentation

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Accredited Surgical Technology program

Job description

About Us

Our Surgical Services team is committed to delivering safe, high-quality patient care through collaboration, innovation, and excellence. We offer a supportive work environment where team members are valued and encouraged to grow professionally while providing exceptional care to our patients.

Position Summary

The Certified Surgical Technologist (CST®) functions as an integral member of the perioperative team and is responsible for providing surgical instrumentation and assistance during operative procedures. The CST maintains the sterile field, anticipates the needs of the surgeon, and supports safe, efficient patient care throughout the surgical experience.

Essential Responsibilities

• Prepare operating rooms for surgical procedures.
• Gather, inspect, and arrange surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment.
• Establish and maintain a sterile field.
• Pass instruments, sutures, and supplies during surgical procedures.
• Anticipate the needs of surgeons and surgical team members.
• Perform surgical counts according to policy.
• Assist with patient positioning, prepping, and draping.
• Participate in room turnover and preparation for subsequent cases.
• Assist with specimen handling according to policy.
• Support compliance with infection prevention and patient safety standards.
• Participate in on-call coverage as assigned.
• Demonstrate teamwork and collaboration with physicians, anesthesia providers, nursing staff, and support personnel.

Qualifications

Required

• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program.
• Current Certified Surgical Technologist (CST®) credential.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, and team members.

Preferred

• One or more years of recent surgical technologist experience.
• Experience in Orthopedics, General Surgery, Gynecology, Urology, ENT, Podiatry, and Endoscopy.
• Experience with total joint replacement procedures and advanced orthopedic instrumentation.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of surgical instrumentation and aseptic technique.
• Ability to anticipate surgical team needs.
• Excellent organizational and critical thinking skills.
• Commitment to patient safety and quality outcomes.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Call Requirements

• Participation in weekday, weekend, and holiday call rotation as assigned.
• Ability to respond within established hospital response times.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Shift and call pay differentials
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings plan
• Tuition assistance and professional development opportunities

Preferred

• One or more years of recent surgical technologist experience.
• Experience in Orthopedics, General Surgery, Gynecology, Urology, ENT, Podiatry, and Endoscopy.
• Experience with total joint replacement procedures and advanced orthopedic instrumentation.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of surgical instrumentation and aseptic technique.
• Ability to anticipate surgical team needs.Excellent organizational and critical thinking skills.
• Commitment to patient safety and quality outcomes.
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.

Call Requirements

• Participation in weekday, weekend, and holiday call rotation as assigned.
• Ability to respond within established hospital response times.