Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - Operating Room (11a-9p)

Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital, Inc.; Albany (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital in Albany, GA is hiring a Surgical Technologist to provide technical services under supervision of RN and Physician in the OR. You may also work in Central Sterile Processing, supporting sterile fields and instrument handling.

The ideal candidate has a vocational/technical degree in surgical technology with 0–1 year of CST experience; CST certification and BLS are required to perform procedures safely and efficiently.

Qualifications

• Vocational / Technical Degree in Accredited Surgical Technology Program (Required).
• Work Experience 0 - 1 year Surgical technologist experience (Preferred).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and assist with surgical procedures under RN/Physician supervision.
• Maintain and prepare sterile field and assist in instrument handling.
• Pass instruments, sutures, and supplies to the surgeon as needed.
• Adhere to department policies and attend mandatory in-services.

Skills

Surgical technology

Sterile technique

Education

Vocational / Technical Degree in Accredited Surgical Technology Program

Tools

CST

BLS

Job description

Job Number: 34543 Location: Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital Street Address: 417 W 3rd Ave City, State: Albany, Georgia Zip Code: 31701 Department: PPMH OPERATING ROOM Shift: Mid-Level Shift Job Type: Full time Posted Date: 2026-09-29

Job Description Summary: Provide technical services under supervision of Registered Nurse and Physician. Assist in operating room as assigned and directed. May work in Central Sterile Processing and work under job duties of Central Sterile Processing Technician.

Description: Job Summary Provide technical services under supervision of Registered Nurse and Physician. Assist in operating room as assigned and directed. May work in Central Sterile Processing and work under job duties of Central Sterile Processing Technician.

Qualifications

Vocational / Technical Degree in Accredited Surgical Technology Program (Required)

Work Experience 0 - 1 year Surgical technologist experience ; (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

Required Certifications/Licensures: Certified Surgical Technologists (CST) Basic Life Support (BLS)

Essential Functions

CST RESPONSIBILITIES: The CST will prepare and assist with surgical procedures in collaboration with Registered Nurse. Pull cases according to doctor preference cards. Maintain and prepare sterile field. Maintain knowledge of surgical procedures. Anticipate needs of surgeon. Assist surgeon by passing instruments, sutures, etc.

CARE PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTATION

Develops an individualized plan with strategies that address diagnoses. Provides for continuity through a plan that directs other members of the team. Implements the plan in a safe and timely manner. Documents implementation and includes changes or omissions of the identified plan. Consults with healthcare providers and makes referrals as appropriate. Utilizes appropriate community resources and systems to implement the plan.

CARE PROCESSES

Treats patients and families with compassion and implements plan of care. Bases care decisions on plan of care. Monitors and documents patient response. Establishes rapport with clients. Adapts communication style, listens and responds to patient needs. Recognizes age-specific responses to treatment. Provides effective interventions. Respects patients confidentiality and privacy. Supports social, spiritual, and cultural needs of patients and families. Manages difficult or emotional patient situations.

Additional Duties

Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines. Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization. Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures. Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs). Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time. Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs. For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills. Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate.

All Career Site links will be transferred to new URLs on January 31st, increasing performance and enhancing security. Your application data will be saved, but any bookmarked links will need to be replaced. All candidates with active applications will receive a notification with the new link once the URLs are live. Thank you for your patience!

Phoebe Putney Health System is southwest Georgia’s preferred career choice for professionals who want to improve the community’s health by joining a respected, cutting-edge team. We offer you the opportunity to collaborate with the best colleagues in a friendly, close-knit setting that feels like family. Your career at Phoebe will allow you to apply learned skills, explore new paths and advance into greater opportunities. There's more for you at Phoebe. Phoebe is simply the best, most advanced healthcare provider in the region. If you want to work in the medical field, we are the preferred choice, with the best technology, the most specialists and the area’s top talent. If you are searching for a non-clinical career that allows you to serve the community and grow, you’ll also find us ideal. We’re one of the area’s premier employers, offering a close-knit culture, outstanding benefits and many ways to develop your career.