Certified Surgical Technologist — Sign-On Bonus + Relocation

Lutheran Health Network; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $25K

Relocation assistance available

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vis

401(k) with matching

Student Loan Repayment up to $10,000

No weekends or holidays

Job summary

Lutheran Health Network is seeking aCertified Surgical Technologist to join the operating room team. This role supports safe patient care by preparing sterile fields, handling instruments, and aiding the surgical team in routine OR activities.

The position emphasizes adherence to infection control, instrument management, and collaboration with perioperative staff to ensure efficient procedures and high-quality care for patients in a full-time dayshift role.

Qualifications

• CST, BLS certifications required.
• 0–2 years operating room experience required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the operating room with instruments and supplies for each procedure.
• Maintain a sterile field and follow aseptic techniques throughout surgeries.
• Anticipate surgeon needs and pass instruments and supplies quickly and accurately.
• Handle instruments per policy including inspection, cleaning, and sterilization.
• Assist with sponge, needle, and instrument counts to support patient safety.
• Assist with patient positioning and draping under RN direction.
• Support maintenance of physician preference cards and procedural documentation.
• Restock supplies, clean and return equipment, and prep rooms for next cases.

Skills

Sterile technique

Instrumentation handling

Infection control

Teamwork

Patient safety

Medical equipment knowledge

Education

Associate Degree in Surgical Technology

Technical School diploma in Surgical Technology

Job description

Lutheran Health Network is seeking aCertified Surgical Technologist to join the operating room team. This role supports safe patient care by preparing sterile fields, handling instruments, and aiding the surgical team in routine OR activities.

The position emphasizes adherence to infection control, instrument management, and collaboration with perioperative staff to ensure efficient procedures and high-quality care for patients in a full-time dayshift role.