Certified Surgical Technologist - Evenings

Community Health Systems; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign On Bonus: $25,000

Student Loan Repayment: Up to $10,000

401(k) with matching

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vis

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist for a full-time evening shift in Indiana. The position involves preparing the OR, maintaining a sterile field, and assisting the surgical team to ensure safe patient care.

The role requires CST and BLS certifications, 0–2 years of OR experience, and adherence to infection control and policy standards. Call rotations and holiday scheduling apply.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepares the operating room by ensuring instruments, equipment, and supplies are ready based on the procedure and physician preference card
• Maintains a sterile field throughout the procedure per universal precautions and asepsis
• Anticipates surgeon needs and passes instruments and supplies accurately during procedures
• Handles instruments and equipment per manufacturer instructions and hospital policy, including inspection and sterilization
• Performs sponge, needle, and instrument counts to support patient safety
• Assists with patient positioning, draping, and transfer under RN direction
• Maintains documentation and procedural records
• Restocks supplies and prepares rooms for subsequent cases to ensure OR efficiency
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Maintains regular attendance and compliance with policies

Skills

Surgical techniques

Sterile processing

Teamwork

Infection control

Time management

Communication

Education

Technical School or Associate Degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences

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