Certified Surgical Technologist — Day Shift with $25K Sign-On

The-Orthopedic-Hospital; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Health Insurance

401(k) with matching

Student loan repayment

No weekends/holidays

Job summary

The-Orthopedic-Hospital is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist to join our operating room team. The role prepares and maintains the sterile field, anticipates the surgeon's needs, and ensures proper handling of instruments and supplies throughout procedures.

Responsibilities include equipment readiness, inventory management, and adherence to infection prevention protocols to support efficient OR operations and patient safety.

Qualifications

• Surgical Technology program or equivalent required.
• 0-2 years operating room experience preferred.
• BLS and CST certification required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the OR setup with instruments, equipment and supplies as per procedure and physician preference.
• Maintain sterile field throughout procedures using aseptic technique.
• Anticipate surgeon needs and pass instruments efficiently during surgeries.
• Handle instruments per manufacturer instructions and hospital policy, including inspection and sterilization.
• Document sponge, needle and instrument counts with circulating nurse for patient safety.
• Assist with patient positioning, draping, and transfers under RN direction.

Skills

Surgical techniques

Sterile processing

Teamwork

Infection control

Education

Technical School/Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing

Associate Degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences

Job description

The-Orthopedic-Hospital is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist to join our operating room team. The role prepares and maintains the sterile field, anticipates the surgeon's needs, and ensures proper handling of instruments and supplies throughout procedures.

Responsibilities include equipment readiness, inventory management, and adherence to infection prevention protocols to support efficient OR operations and patient safety.