Certified Surgical Technologist Evenings - Sign-On Bonus

Turkey Creek Medical Center; Knoxville (TN); Sur place; USD 52 000 - 65 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Health Insurance (Medical)

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with matching

Student Loan Repayment: Up to $10,000

Educational Assistance

Paid Time Off

Résumé du poste

Turkey Creek Medical Center in Knoxville, TN is seeking a Surgical Technician – Certified to join the operating room team. The role supports the surgical team by preparing the sterile field, passing instruments, and maintaining efficiency and safety in procedures.

The technician ensures instrument readiness, sterile technique, and accurate counts, while assisting with positioning, equipment handling, and perioperative documentation to promote high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Technical School or Associate Degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences is required.
• 0–2 years of operating room surgical technician experience required.
• CST and BLS certifications required.

Responsabilités

• Prepares operating room and ensures instruments, equipment, and supplies are ready based on procedure and physician card.
• Maintains sterile field throughout procedures following aseptic technique.
• Anticipates surgeon needs, passing instruments and supplies accurately during surgeries.
• Handles instruments/equipment per manufacturer instructions and hospital policy, including cleaning and sterilization.
• Performs sponge, needle, and instrument counts with circulating nurse to support patient safety.
• Assists with patient positioning, draping, and transfer under RN direction to ensure safety and readiness.

Connaissances

Surgical techniques

Sterile processing

Time management

Regulatory knowledge

Teamwork

Patient safety

Formation

Technical School/Surgical Technology or PN program

Associate Degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences

Description du poste

SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE!

Shift: Full-Time, Evenings, 2:30PM-11:00PM

Benefits:

• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with matching
• Student Loan Repayment: Up to $10,000
• Educational Assistance
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Paid Time Off Available

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