Surgical Tech

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center is seeking a Surgical Technologist to assist in and support surgical procedures, while maintaining cost-effective provision of supplies. The role emphasizes patient safety, teamwork, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications include associate degrees in surgical technology (CAAHEP/ABHES) and formal military training in surgical technology. This on-site role supports multiple departments with a focus on safe, collaborative patient care.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in surgical technology from an Allied Health Education Program accredited by the CAAHEP.
• Associate degree in surgical technology from a program accredited by ABHES.
• Formal military training in surgical technology (Army 68D, Navy Hospital Corpsman, Air Force Surgical Services Specialist).

Responsibilities

• Patient Care: Participates in and supports surgical procedures including assistance with and setup of surgical equipment, instruments and supplies.
• Leadership & Development: Engages in safety culture with active participation in patient safety huddles and in shared governance activities.
• Collaboration: Uses shared decision making with multidisciplinary teams and pursues best practices while resolving basic issues.
• Patient Advocacy: Works on behalf of patient and family and respects patient rights, escalating issues as needed.
• Compliance: Maintains regulatory requirements and accreditation standards, ensuring certifications and Safety College requirements are fulfilled.

Education

Associate degree in surgical technology (CAAHEP)

Associate degree in surgical technology (ABHES)

Formal military training in surgical technology (68D / Surgical Services Specialist)

Job description

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Patient Care: Participates in and supports surgical procedures including assistance with and setup of surgical equipment, instruments and supplies. Demonstrates basic understanding of surgical procedures in which one participates, including knowledge of surgical technology and the ability to appropriately respond to planned and unplanned events. Reviews surgery plan to prepare for procedure, focusing on the cost-effective provision of supplies and equipment to facilitate patient care. Utilizes surgical plan as the resource for opening or holding on necessary implants/supplies, with knowledge of resources to utilize for questions. Follows best practices and procedures in the provision of safe surgical patient care, escalating any potential patient and employee safety issues.
• Leadership & Development: Engages in safety culture with active participation in patient safety huddles. Demonstrates openness to coaching and mentoring from others. Active engagement in shared governance activities, unit recycling opportunities, and participation with unit process improvement activities. Engages in professional development to promote safe patient care.
• Collaboration: Uses shared decision making, engaging in multidisciplinary team process and actively participating in effective problem solving, collegial learning and pursuit of best practices. Knowledge of patient situational awareness and of escalation plan. Deals with conflicts directly, constructively and tactfully, resolving basic issues and escalating when necessary. Supports an atmosphere of collaboration, respect and trust within the team. Responsive to day-to-day needs of colleagues.
• Patient Advocacy: Works on behalf of patient and family; aware of ethical conflicts/issues between personal and patient values that may surface in clinical setting. Aware of patient rights and represents patient when patient cannot represent self. Encourages cultural diversity and recognizes the potential impact of culture on the patient/family experience; incorporates culturally diverse concepts into patient care. Makes decisions guided by rules and best practices. Escalates issues for assistance in difficult situations.
• Compliance: Sustain a working understanding of regulatory requirements and accreditation standards. Support leadership in Compliance efforts to meet and sustain the regulatory compliance efforts of the department and hospital. Mindful and judicious in monitoring safety and departmental policies and procedures. Ensure all individual certifications and Safety College requirements are fulfilled in a timely basis. Work with department managers to identify and share safety best practices. Be mindful of CCHMCs processes and compliance with CMS standards and freely communicate safety and compliance concerns to leadership team members.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate degree in surgical technology from an Allied Health Education Program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Program (CAAHEP).
• Associate degree in surgical technology from a program accredited by the Accrediting Bureau of Health Education School (ABHES).
• Formal military training in surgical technology from the Army, Navy, or Air Force (68D Surgical Technology Training [Army], Hospital Corpsman [Navy], Surgical Services Specialist [Air Force]).

Primary LocationBurnet CampusScheduleFull timeShiftDay (United States of America)DepartmentOREmployee StatusRegularFTE1Weekly Hours40*Expected Starting Pay Range*Annualized pay may vary based on FTE status$26.00 - $32.28

ABOUT US

At Cincinnati Children's, we come to work with one goal: to make children's health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children's.

Cincinnati Children's is: Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as atop 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH)Funding Recognized as one of America's Best Large Employers (2025), America's Best Employers for New Grads (2025) One of the nation'sAmerica's Most Innovative Companiesas noted by Fortune Consistently certified as great place to work A Leading Disability Employeras noted by theNational Organization on Disability Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by theAmerican Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) We Embrace Innovation-Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That's why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we're creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future-for all of us. Comprehensive job description provided upon request. Cincinnati Children's is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families.

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