Certified Surgical Technologist: Precision OR Technician

Mercy Health; Paducah (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and incentives

Medical, dental, vision, prescription

Paid time off and family leave

Tuition assistance and continuing ed

Job summary

Mercy Health – Lourdes Hospital is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist to support operative procedures by preparing sterile instruments and equipment with the surgical team.

The role requires assisting with aseptic technique, case preparation, and room preparation before and after procedures. Education includes an accredited surgical technology program; certification is required or preferred per state guidelines.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree, Vocational Certification, or Military Certificate in Surgical Technology is required.
• Must be certified by one of the following: CST, NBSTA or TS-C (TS-C not accepted in Cincinnati).
• One year of perioperative or related surgical technology experience preferred, especially in operating room settings.

Responsibilities

• Provides instruments and supplies to the surgical team during the procedure and maintains aseptic technique.
• Prepares, maintains, and organizes sterile supplies and instruments for the procedure.
• Provides complete case preparation with the ability to adapt of special instruments, supplies, and equipment.
• Assists with pre and post procedure cleaning of the operative room and instruments.
• Prepares and performs surgical skin prep and clipping as indicated by procedure.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Instrument handling

Operating room support

Education

Associates degree / Vocational certification / Military certificate in Surgical Technology (required)

Job description

Mercy Health – Lourdes Hospital is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist to support operative procedures by preparing sterile instruments and equipment with the surgical team.

The role requires assisting with aseptic technique, case preparation, and room preparation before and after procedures. Education includes an accredited surgical technology program; certification is required or preferred per state guidelines.