Surg Tech

Novant Health; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Novant Health's Forsyth Medical Center in Winston-Salem is seeking a Surgical Technologist to assist the surgical team under the supervision of the surgeon and nurse. This full-time role involves 3 shifts with 12-hour blocks and call requirements.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program or military training (68D), and CST certification preferred. Strong patient safety focus and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Graduate of an accredited School of Surgical Technology program or Military Training Equivalent (68D). Online Surgical Tech program credits will not be accepted.
• Demonstrates time management, customer service, and effective communication skills. For incumbents without accredited formal training, certification within 12 months may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgeon and registered nurse to facilitate safe invasive surgical procedures.
• Maintain a safe operating room environment and ensure equipment functions properly.
• Apply sterile and aseptic techniques and support the surgeon during procedures.

Skills

Time management

Customer service

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate of Accredited Surgical Technology program

Military Training Equivalent (68D)

Job description

What We Offer

• Schedule: 6:45A-7:15P, Full time (36 hours), 3 12's , some call/ weekend call requirements.
• Department: Operating Room
• Location: Forsyth Medical Center
• Unit Info: 17 OR rooms, 1:1 ratio, range of procedures.
• Requirements: Please see additional qualifications section below for education requirements.

What You'll Do

• The Surgical Technologist works under the supervision of a surgeon and registered nurse to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures
• Ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety.
• Surgical technologists possess expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique and combine the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation tools and technologies to facilitate a physician's performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.

What We're Looking For

• Education:
  • High School Diploma or GED, required.
  • Graduate of an accredited School of Surgical Technology program or Military Training Equivalent (68D - Operating Room Specialist). For incumbents who are not graduates of an accredited School of Surgical Technology or have certification please see additional skills required. Online Surgical Tech program credits will not be accepted.
• Experience:
  • Previous Surgical Technologist experience, preferred.
• Licensure/Certification:
  • Current Surgical Tech Certification (CST, TS-C, NRCST, or SA-C), preferred.
  • Current Surgical Tech Certification - based on state specific regulations (South Carolina Region Only), required.
• Additional Skills (required):
  • For incumbents who are not graduates of an accredited School of Surgical Technology or have certification the following additional requirements may apply: recommended for new graduates to obtain certification within 12 months of hire. Ability to successfully complete generic and department-specific skill validation and competency testing. Demonstrate effective and appropriate customer service skills, verbal and nonverbal communication techniques, interpersonal relationship skills, and time management skills.

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.

Job Opening ID

196653