Surgical Scrub Technician

HR Partners Inc.; Norcross (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The Drainless Aesthetic Institute in Kennesaw, GA is seeking a Surgical Scrub Technician to support cosmetic procedures and maintain the sterile field. This startup practice values proactive, dependable teamwork and patient-centered care within evolving workflows.

Responsibilities include preparing ORs, passing instruments, counts, and assisting with turnover, while adhering to safety standards and infection-control guidelines. Prior experience in cosmetic surgery is a plus.

Qualifications

• Certified Surgical Technologist certification required.
• Minimum of one year of surgical scrub experience.
• Current Basic Life Support certification.
• Formal surgical technology education or training, or equivalent experience.
• Demonstrated competency in sterile technique, aseptic practice, surgical instrumentation, decontamination, and sterilization.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety.
• Ability to follow direction and communicate effectively with the surgical team.

Responsibilities

• Prepare operating rooms, instruments, equipment, and sterile supplies for scheduled procedures.
• Establish and maintain the sterile field in accordance with aseptic and infection-prevention standards.
• Inspect and organize instrumentation based on procedure requirements and surgeon preferences.
• Anticipate the needs of the surgeon and surgical team and pass instruments and supplies safely and efficiently.
• Perform and document required sponge, needle, sharps, and instrument counts; report discrepancies immediately.
• Assist with sterile draping, patient positioning, specimen handling, and equipment setup within assigned responsibilities.
• Support efficient room turnover and maintain operating-room readiness between cases.
• Perform instrument decontamination, sterilization, and biological monitoring as assigned.
• Maintain sterilization records; inspect package integrity and indicators; and monitor supply expiration dates.
• Maintain preference cards, instrument inventory, and surgical-supply organization.
• Promptly report equipment, supply, or inventory concerns to leadership.
• Follow applicable PPE, bloodborne-pathogen, sharps-safety, surgical-smoke, and occupational-safety practices.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of operating-room workflows and preference cards.
• Perform other duties appropriate to the role and within training, competency, and applicable scope of practice.

Skills

Sterile technique

Attention to detail

Team communication

Calm under pressure

Surgical scrubs experience

Education

Surgical technology program

Certification in Surgical Technology

Job description

This job is being posted on behalf of a surgical office located in Kennesaw, GA.

About The Drainless Aesthetic Institute

The Drainless Aesthetic Institute is a growing cosmetic surgery practice dedicated to providing a personalized, thoughtful, and patient-centered surgical experience. We are building a collaborative team committed to exceptional care, professionalism, and an environment in which patients and employees feel valued.

As a startup organization, we seek proactive, dependable, and adaptable professionals who communicate openly, exercise discretion, take initiative, and support their colleagues. Team members will have a meaningful opportunity to shape the practice as our processes, technology, schedules, and workflows evolve.

If you take pride in your work and want to help build an exceptional practice from the ground up, we invite you to grow with us.

Position Summary

The Surgical Scrub Technician supports safe, efficient cosmetic surgical procedures by preparing the operating room, maintaining the sterile field, organizing instruments and supplies, anticipating surgical needs, completing required counts, and supporting room turnover and instrument processing.

Early starts may be required; weekend cases are not expected.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare operating rooms, instruments, equipment, and sterile supplies for scheduled procedures.
• Establish and maintain the sterile field in accordance with aseptic and infection-prevention standards.
• Inspect and organize instrumentation based on procedure requirements and surgeon preferences.
• Anticipate the needs of the surgeon and surgical team and pass instruments and supplies safely and efficiently.
• Perform and document required sponge, needle, sharps, and instrument counts; report discrepancies immediately.
• Assist with sterile draping, patient positioning, specimen handling, and equipment setup within assigned responsibilities.
• Support efficient room turnover and maintain operating-room readiness between cases.
• Perform instrument decontamination, sterilization, and biological monitoring as assigned.
• Maintain sterilization records; inspect package integrity and indicators; and monitor supply expiration dates.
• Maintain preference cards, instrument inventory, and surgical-supply organization.
• Promptly report equipment, supply, or inventory concerns to leadership.
• Follow applicable PPE, bloodborne-pathogen, sharps-safety, surgical-smoke, and occupational-safety practices.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of operating-room workflows and preference cards.
• Perform other duties appropriate to the role and within training, competency, and applicable scope of practice.

Required Qualifications

• Certified Surgical Technologist certification required.
• Minimum of one year of surgical scrub experience.
• Current Basic Life Support certification.
• Formal surgical technology education or training, or equivalent experience acceptable to the Company.
• Demonstrated competency in sterile technique, aseptic practice, surgical instrumentation, decontamination, and sterilization.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety.
• Ability to remain calm, organized, and efficient during surgical procedures.
• Ability to follow direction and communicate effectively with the surgical team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Plastic or cosmetic surgery experience.
• Ambulatory surgery or body-contouring procedure experience.
• Sterile processing experience.
• Surgical instrument inventory or preference-card experience.

Startup Expectations

As the surgical program grows, the Surgical Scrub Technician may assist with instrument inventory, preference cards, sterile processing, supply organization, room setup, turnover, and related operational needs. All clinical responsibilities will remain within applicable law, training, certification, competency, and Company policy.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged standing during surgical procedures.
• Frequent bending, reaching, and use of fine motor skills.
• Ability to move surgical trays, equipment, and supplies.
• Potential exposure to sharps, blood, body fluids, disinfectants, chemicals, surgical smoke, and infectious materials.

Pre-Employment Screening

Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of Drainless Aesthetic Institute's applicable pre-employment screening requirements, including a background check, references, and drug screening. Depending on the position, screening may also include verification of employment history, education, professional licenses, certifications, credentials, and other job-related qualifications. All screening will be conducted in accordance with applicable law.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Drainless Aesthetic Institute is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

At-Will Disclaimer

Employment with Drainless Aesthetic Institute is intended to be at will to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law. Nothing in this job description or recruiting posting constitutes a contract of employment or guarantees employment for any specific duration, schedule, assignment, compensation arrangement, or continued employment.