Surgical Resource Technologist - Main OR

IU Health; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

IU Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist for the Regional Academic Health Center in Bloomington. This full-time day shift role includes on-call coverage and two weekend shifts every six weeks, plus two weekday overnight shifts as part of on-call duties.

The position supports surgical procedures, ensuring proper instrument availability, sterile technique, and coordination with the operating room team to optimize patient care and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Certified Surgical Technologist (NBSTSA) required.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• 17 continuing education units annually required.
• Preceptor training or equivalent experience required.
• Minimum 1 year of Skilled Technologist experience or relevant experience required.
• Ability to assist and coordinate with staff using advanced technology and instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and arrange surgical equipment, supplies, and instrumentation.
• Assist the surgeon in the operating room as allowed by standards.
• Support turnover of the operating room after procedures, including specimen handling and equipment processing.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses, and other surgical staff.

Skills

Certified Surgical Technologist

Team collaboration

Sterile technique

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

NBSTSA Certification

Job description

Overview

Nestled adjacent to the scenic Indiana University campus, the Regional Academic Health Center (RAHC) in Bloomington stands as a beacon of cutting‑edge medical care. Boasting 13 state‑of‑the‑art operating rooms spanning various specialties, our facility hosts a dynamic range of services. From our thriving Robotic Program to General Surgery, Gynecology, Urology, Orthopedics, Plastics, Podiatry, Ear, Nose, and Throat, Neurosurgery, and Cardiovascular Surgery, we cater to diverse medical needs.

Functioning as a Level III trauma center, the RAHC plays a pivotal role in supporting South Central Indiana, emphasizing top‑tier patient care and favorable outcomes. We actively seek individuals driven by passion and excellence to join our inclusive team committed to delivering unparalleled patient experiences.

This is a full time day shift role. On‑call coverage required, including two weekend shifts every six weeks spanning Friday end of shift through Monday at 7:00 AM, as well as two weekday overnight call shifts per week from end of shift through 7:00 AM.

Surgical Skilled Technologists provide service and support before, during, and after surgical procedures. Assists in ensuring the presence and proper arrangement of surgical equipment, supplies and instrumentation in the operating room prior to each operation. Provides assistance to the surgeon in the operating room as allowed by professional and legal standards. Assists in the turnover of the operating room after the procedure ensuring proper routing and/or processing of all specimens, equipment, instrumentation and supplies. Works as a member of the surgical team with surgeons, anesthesiologists, registered nurses, and other surgical personnel.

• Requires a High School Diploma/GED.
• Requires certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist obtained from the NBSTSA.
• Requires Basic Life Support Certification.
• Requires 17 continuing education units annually.
• Requires successful completion of Perioperative Services Preceptor class and/or completion of 4 precepting eLMS modules and/or facility based preceptor training.
• Requires a minimum of 1 year experience in the Skilled Technologist role or relevant experience.
• Must be able to resource to other staff who are utilizing advanced technology in cases, including knowledge of the types of instruments utilized, what cases utilize different technologies, etc.
• Requires knowledge of name and function of surgical equipment and instrumentation.
• Requires strict adherence to policies and regulations regarding maintenance of sterile field.
• Requires completion of application and recommendations as prescribed in Advancement Process.