L&D CST Surgical Tech - Per Diem, Day Shift

Jefferson Health; Abington Township (PA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Jefferson Health’s Abington, PA location seeks a Certified Surgical Technician (CST) to support intraoperative care. The CST ensures sterile fields, assists surgeons, and collaborates with the perioperative team to uphold high standards of patient safety and care.

The role includes preoperative through postoperative support, decontamination, and teaching responsibilities as a primary preceptor when needed. Per diem, day shift, on-site at Abington Memorial Hospital.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED plus surgical technician training.
• Ability to convey respect to patients, families and diverse care partners.
• Understanding of effective communication concepts and accuracy in care delivery.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and secure sterile field; set up OR equipment and supplies.
• Assist with gowning and gloving of surgical team.
• Maintain sterile field and assist in draping and instrument handling.
• Count sharps, sponges, and instruments with circulating nurse.
• Precept other team members and support patient safety and care quality.

Skills

Effective communication

Respect for patients and families

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Surgical technician training program

Job description

Jefferson Health’s Abington, PA location seeks a Certified Surgical Technician (CST) to support intraoperative care. The CST ensures sterile fields, assists surgeons, and collaborates with the perioperative team to uphold high standards of patient safety and care.

The role includes preoperative through postoperative support, decontamination, and teaching responsibilities as a primary preceptor when needed. Per diem, day shift, on-site at Abington Memorial Hospital.