Certified Surgical Technologist: Precision, Teamwork & OR Support

Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist to assist in operative procedures under the direction of an RN in Knoxville, TN. The role focuses on maintaining a sterile environment and preparing instruments for surgeries.

Ideal candidates will have CST and BLS certifications with at least 1 year of surgical technologist experience. Orthopedic OR experience is preferred but not required. Commitment to teamwork and patient safety is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program.
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in operative procedures as a scrubbed team member.
• Prepare and maintain surgical instruments and equipment.
• Uphold sterile techniques and report any breaks in procedure.
• Support the surgical team by helping position and transfer patients.
• Perform routine OR turnover and cleaning.
• Restock and clean the OR daily and weekly.
• Track surgical inventory and assist with equipment procurement/returns.
• Mentor and support training of new technologists.
• Demonstrate professionalism, communication, and teamwork.
• Follow TOA policies and OR procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Pull supplies and instruments for next day.
• Return supplies and instruments at end of shift.
• Assist purchasing with supplies when not assigned to a room.

Skills

Aseptic techniques

Surgical instrumentation

Anatomy knowledge

Endurance in OR

Teamwork and communication

Education

High School Diploma

Graduate of accredited surgical technology program

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Tools

Surgical instruments

Job description

Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist to assist in operative procedures under the direction of an RN in Knoxville, TN. The role focuses on maintaining a sterile environment and preparing instruments for surgeries.

Ideal candidates will have CST and BLS certifications with at least 1 year of surgical technologist experience. Orthopedic OR experience is preferred but not required. Commitment to teamwork and patient safety is essential.