Surgical Tech

Medaesthetics; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Medaesthetics in Chattanooga, TN is seeking a dedicated Surgical Technologist to support operating room teams during a variety of procedures.

You will prepare and organize equipment, maintain a sterile field, assist surgeons, handle specimens, and help with dressings while ensuring patient safety and efficient workflow.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, a Surgical Technologist certification, 1-2 years of experience, and current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Surgical Technologist certification is required.
• 1–2 years’ experience as a surgical technologist.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certificate required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and organize operating room equipment, instruments, and supplies.
• Anticipate surgeon and patient needs during a procedure.
• Take care of specimens, prepare, check, and monitor medications, and assist with dressings.
• Set up a sterile environment and maintain the sterile field during procedures.
• Follow safety and sanitation guidelines and participate in staff orientation.

Skills

Sterile technique

Patient safety

Team communication

Equipment setup

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Surgical Technologist certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Job Location: Chattanooga, TN 37421. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and organize operating room equipment, instruments, and supplies for various surgical procedures.
• Anticipate surgeon and patient needs during a procedure.
• Take care of specimens, prepare, check, and monitor medications, and assist with dressings.
• Set up a sterile and sanitary environment, and maintain the sterile field for the patient during procedures.
• Utilize correct body mechanics in moving, transporting, and positioning patients, stretchers, and/or tables to prevent injury to patient and personnel.
• Follow relevant safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Participate in orientation and education of all operating room staff on an ongoing basis.
• Participate in stocking and restocking medical supplies.
• Inspect, replace, and sterilize medical instruments.
• Provide surgeons and patients with necessary instruments, supplies, and equipment.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Surgical Technologist certification is required.
• Other Requirements:
  • 1-2 years’ experience working as a surgical technologist.
  • Continuing in‑services and education program mandatory.
  • Current Basic Life Support certificate required.
  • Ability to interact comfortably with a high volume of patients, families, and staff in a stressful environment.