Certified Surgical Technologist - Evenings

Dupont Hospital; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vis

401(k) with matching

Sign On Bonus: $25,000

Student Loan Repayment: Up to $10,000

Competitive salary and comprehensive

Job summary

Dupont Hospital is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist (Full-Time, 36 hours) for evening shifts 10:30am–11:00pm with weekend call rotation. The role prepares the OR, maintains sterile fields, and supports the surgical team to ensure safe patient care.

You will assist with instrument counts, draping, and room turnover, comply with infection control standards, and participate in ongoing physician preference card maintenance.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited Surgical Technology program.
• 0–2 years OR surgical technician experience.
• CST certification and BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the operating room with instruments and supplies per procedure and surgeon preference.
• Maintain sterile field and follow aseptic technique throughout surgery.
• Pass instruments promptly and anticipate surgeon needs.
• Sterilize and inspect instruments and equipment per policy.
• Count sponges, needles, and instruments with circulating nurse to ensure patient safety.
• Assist with patient positioning and draping under RN direction.
• Maintain documentation and compliance with infection control standards.
• Restock supplies and prepare rooms for next cases.

Skills

Surgical instrumentation

Sterile technique

Patient safety

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Technical School graduate in Surgical Technology

Associate Degree in Surgical Technology

Job description

Certified Surgical Technologist

• Full-Time | 36-hours a week
• Evenings | 10:30am-11:00pm
• Call | Weekend rotation
• Holiday | One per year

Benefits

• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401(k) with matching
• Sign On Bonus: $25,000
• Student Loan Repayment: Up to $10,000
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

Job Summary

The Surgical Technician – Certified works collaboratively with the surgical team to facilitate safe, effective, and high-quality patient care in the operating room. This role prepares and maintains the sterile field, anticipates surgical team needs, and ensures proper handling of surgical instruments and supplies. The Surgical Technician – Certified also supports OR efficiency through equipment readiness, inventory management, and adherence to infection prevention protocols.

Essential Functions

• Prepares the operating room by ensuring surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies are properly set up and available based on the procedure and physician preference card.
• Maintains a sterile field throughout the surgical procedure, applying principles of Universal Precautions, asepsis, and sterile technique.
• Anticipates the needs of the surgeon, passing instruments and supplies accurately and efficiently during surgical procedures.
• Handles surgical instruments and equipment according to manufacturer instructions and hospital policy, including inspection, point-of-use cleaning, and sterilization.
• Performs and documents sponge, needle, and instrument counts in collaboration with the circulating nurse to support patient safety.
• Assists with patient positioning, draping, and transfer under the direction of the RN to ensure patient safety and procedural readiness.
• Supports ongoing maintenance and accuracy of physician preference cards and procedural documentation.
• Restocks supplies, cleans and returns equipment to designated storage areas, and prepares rooms for subsequent cases to ensure OR efficiency.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Technical School graduate of Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing program required or
• Associate Degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences required
• 0-2 years of operating room surgical technician experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Expertise in surgical techniques, instrumentation, and sterile processing.
• Ability to anticipate the needs of the surgical team and respond quickly during procedures.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to maintain efficient workflow.
• Knowledge of regulatory and accreditation standards, including safety and infection control protocols.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with the perioperative team.
• Commitment to patient safety and high-quality care.

Licenses and Certifications

• CST - Certified Surgical Technologist required
• BLS - Basic Life Support required