Certified Surgical Technologist - Lakeshore Surgicare

Northwest Health; Chesterton (IN); On-site; USD 38,572 - 49,593; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision, and life ins.

Generous PTO

401(k) with company match

Career development and advancement

Licensure/certification reimbursement

Student loan support

Rewards and recognition programs

Job summary

Northwest Health in Chesterton, IN is seeking a Certified Surgical Technician to assist the surgical team in the operating room. This role prepares and maintains the sterile field, anticipates team needs, and ensures proper handling of instruments and supplies.

You will support OR efficiency through equipment readiness, inventory management, and adherence to infection prevention protocols. Certification and OR experience preferred, with 12-hour shifts, no weekends or on-call.

Qualifications

• Technical school graduate in Surgical Technology or PN program.
• Associate degree in Surgical Technology or applied sciences preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares the operating room with instruments, equipment, and supplies.
• Maintains a sterile field during procedures.
• Anticipates surgeon needs and passes instruments efficiently.
• Handles instruments and equipment per policy, including inspection and sterilization.
• Performs sponge, needle, and instrument counts.
• Assists with patient positioning and draping.
• Maintains physician preference cards and documentation.
• Restocks supplies and prepares rooms for subsequent cases.
• Maintains regular attendance and complies with policies.

Skills

Surgical techniques

Instrumentation

Sterile processing

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Technical School graduate of Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing program

Associate Degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences

Job description

• Be Valued for What You Bring to the Team – Competitive pay that rewards your hard work
• Benefits You Can Count On – Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
• Work Hard. Recharge Often. – Generous PTO and extended illness benefits
• Invest in Your Future – 401(k) with company match
• Grow With Us – Career development, learning opportunities, and advancement pathways
• We Invest in Your Success – Licensure and certification reimbursement for eligible roles
• Student Loan Support – Assistance available for eligible roles
• Your Wins Deserve Recognition – Employee rewards and recognition programs
• A Team You\'ll Love Working With – A collaborative, purpose-driven culture making a difference every day
• Additional Voluntary Benefits – Choose from options such as pet insurance, identity protection, and legal insurance.

Why Join Us?

• Be Valued for What You Bring to the Team – Competitive pay that rewards your hard work
• Benefits You Can Count On – Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
• Work Hard. Recharge Often. – Generous PTO and extended illness benefits
• Invest in Your Future – 401(k) with company match
• Grow With Us – Career development, learning opportunities, and advancement pathways
• We Invest in Your Success – Licensure and certification reimbursement for eligible roles
• Student Loan Support – Assistance available for eligible roles
• Your Wins Deserve Recognition – Employee rewards and recognition programs
• A Team You\'ll Love Working With – A collaborative, purpose-driven culture making a difference every day
• Additional Voluntary Benefits – Choose from options such as pet insurance, identity protection, and legal insurance.

Great people. Great benefits. Meaningful work. Join us and make an impact.
12-Hour Shifts Available, No weekends, No holidays, No Call
Hours of Operation: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm
Job SummaryThe 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