Impactful OR Technologist (CST) - Surgical Support

Hartford HealthCare; Meriden (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Hartford HealthCare's MidState Medical Center in Meriden is seeking a Surgical Technician to join its operating room team. You will support pre-, intra-, and post-operative care by ensuring the presence and proper setup of instruments, supplies, and sterile technique.

The role requires strong teamwork, attention to detail, and adherence to safety protocols. You will collaborate with surgeons and staff to anticipate needs, maintain sterile fields, and assist with patient safety throughout

Qualifications

• Completion of a surgical technician program.
• NBSTSA certification, or able to obtain within one year.
• CPR/BLS certification maintained and annual Validation Day attendance.
• Knowledge of sterile field and patient safety concepts.
• Ability to anticipate the surgeon's needs and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide service before, during, and after surgical procedures.
• Ensure the presence and proper arrangement of surgical equipment and supplies in the operating room.
• Assist the surgeon during the operation as allowed by standards.
• Assist with cleaning the OR after the operation and routing used materials.
• Reports to Manager.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Sterile field knowledge

Asepsis principles

Anticipate surgeon needs

Education

Surgical technician program

NBSTSA certification orable within 1 year

Job description

Hartford HealthCare's MidState Medical Center in Meriden is seeking a Surgical Technician to join its operating room team. You will support pre-, intra-, and post-operative care by ensuring the presence and proper setup of instruments, supplies, and sterile technique.

The role requires strong teamwork, attention to detail, and adherence to safety protocols. You will collaborate with surgeons and staff to anticipate needs, maintain sterile fields, and assist with patient safety throughout