Certified Surgical Technologist - Part - Time - Center for Digestive Health

CHS Career Site; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 20,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

CHS Career Site in Valparaiso, IN, seeks a Surgical Technician – Certified to join our operating room team. You will support the surgical team by preparing the sterile field, handling instruments, and ensuring infection control throughout procedures.

You must have CST and BLS, and either Technical School or an Associate Degree in Surgical Technology, with 0–2 years of OR experience. This part-time, day-shift, on-site role offers opportunities for professional development and growth.

Qualifications

• CST certification required.
• BLS certification required.
• 0–2 years OR experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare OR by setting up instruments, equipment, and supplies.
• Maintain sterile field and asepsis throughout procedure.
• Anticipate surgeon needs and pass instruments efficiently.
• Handle instruments per policy, including cleaning and sterilization.
• Perform sponge, needle, and instrument counts with circulating nurse.
• Assist with patient positioning, draping, and transfer.
• Maintain physician preference cards and procedural documentation.
• Restock supplies and prepare rooms for next cases.
• Comply with hospital policies and maintain regular attendance.

Skills

Sterile technique

Infection control

Perioperative teamwork

Time management

Education

Technical School in Surgical Technology

Associate Degree in Surgical Technology

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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.

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

Job Info

• Job Identification 161247
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 08/20/2026, 12:53 PM
• Job Schedule Part time
• Job Shift Day