Operating Room Surgical Technician

Harrison County Community Hospital; Bethany (MO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Harrison County Community Hospital is seeking a Surgical Services Technician to assist the surgical team in the operating room, maintain sterile technique, and support safe, efficient procedures. Responsibilities include preparing rooms and instruments, handling supplies, and assisting with patient preparation and transport.

The role requires a high school diploma and completion of an accredited surgical technology or nursing program; CST is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program, Practical Nursing program, or Registered Nursing program.
• Current LPN or RN license if functioning under a nursing license (preferred) and BLS active or within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the operating room with sterile instruments, supplies, and equipment.
• Assist the surgical team by handing instruments and anticipating surgeons’ needs.
• Maintain sterile field during procedures.
• Prepare patients for surgery, including positioning and draping.
• Assist in transporting patients and documenting surgical activities.
• Maintain records related to procedures and instrument processing.
• Clean and disinfect operating rooms and equipment after procedures.
• Inspect and package instruments for sterilization and storage.
• Operate sterilization equipment per guidelines.
• Label, date, and store sterilized items.
• Manage inventory and notify leadership of supply needs.
• Follow infection control policies and safety protocols.
• Order and maintain surgical supplies for procedures.
• Participate in quality improvement and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Sterile technique

Intraoperative assistance

Instrument handling

Infection prevention

Electronic medical records

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Accredited Surgical Technology program or Nursing program

Tools

Sterilization equipment

Inventory management

Job description

Harrison County Community Hospital is seeking a Surgical Services Technician to assist the surgical team in the operating room, maintain sterile technique, and support safe, efficient procedures. Responsibilities include preparing rooms and instruments, handling supplies, and assisting with patient preparation and transport.

The role requires a high school diploma and completion of an accredited surgical technology or nursing program; CST is preferred.