Certified Surgical Technologist - Weekends

Lutheran Hospital of Indiana; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $25K

Relocation assistance

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vis

401(k) with matching

Student Loan Repayment: Up to $10,000

Job summary

Lutheran Hospital of Indiana in Fort Wayne is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist for a full-time 36-hour workweek (Fri/Sat/Sun 0630-1900) with eligibility for weekend premium. The role supports the operating room team by preparing sterile fields, maintaining instruments, and ensuring procedural readiness.

Qualifications include CST certification and BLS, 0–2 years OR experience, and appropriate educational credentials.

Qualifications

• Graduate of Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing program.
• Associate Degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences.
• 0–2 years operating room experience required.
• CST certification and BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the operating room with instruments and supplies based on the procedure.
• Maintain sterile field and aseptic technique throughout procedures.
• Anticipate surgeon needs and pass instruments efficiently.
• Handle instruments/equipment per policy including sterilization.
• Count sponges, needles, and instruments with circulating nurse for patient safety.
• Assist with patient positioning, draping, and transfer under RN direction.
• Maintain physician preference cards and procedural documentation.
• Restock supplies and prepare rooms for subsequent cases and maintain OR efficiency.
• Adhere to all hospital policies and infection control standards.

Skills

Surgical techniques

Sterile processing

Teamwork

Infection control

Education

Technical School/Surgical Technology or PN program

Associate Degree in Surgical Technology/Applied Sciences

Job description

Certified Surgical Technologist
Position Type: Full Time - 36 hours a week, Fri/Sat/Sun 0630-1900; Eligible for weekend premium!

Benefits:

• up to $25K SIGN ON BONUS
• Relocation assistance available
• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401(k) with matching
• Student Loan Repayment: Up to $10,000
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

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

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