OB Scrub Tech Nights

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vis

Life Insurance

401(k) with matching

Student Loan Repayment: Up to $10,000

Educational Assistance

Competitive salary and comprehensive

Paid Time Off Available

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Surgical Technician – Certified to support the operating room team. The role involves preparing and maintaining the sterile field, handling instruments, and ensuring infection control throughout procedures.

You will assist with positioning, counts, and room turnover under RN supervision. Requirements include CST certification and 0–2 years OR experience. The position offers benefits, competitive pay, and opportunities for professional growth within

Qualifications

• Technical or nursing training in surgical settings.
• 0-2 years operating room surgical technician experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain sterile field, instruments, and supplies.
• Maintain sterile technique and infection control.
• Assist with patient positioning, draping, and instrument counts.
• Restock supplies and prepare rooms for subsequent cases.

Skills

Surgical techniques

Sterile processing

Team collaboration

Patient safety

Time management

Regulatory knowledge

Education

Technical School graduate in Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing

Associate degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences

Job description

OB Surg Tech
Position Type: Monday-Thursday 8p-6a with some call weekends

Benefits:

• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with matching
• Student Loan Repayment: Up to $10,000
• Educational Assistance
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Paid Time Off Available

Job Summary

The Surgical Technician – Certified (Surg Tech) 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