Surgical Tech

Flowers Hospital; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

401(k) with matching

Student Loan Repayment: Up to $10,000

Educational Assistance

Paid Time Off Available

Job summary

Flowers Hospital in Dothan, AL seeks a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) to assist in the operating room, maintain sterile technique, and support the surgical team throughout procedures. The role emphasizes instrument handling, sterile processing, and adherence to safety protocols.

The Surgical Technician will prepare the OR, pass instruments, maintain counts, and aid in patient positioning and equipment readiness to ensure efficient, high-quality care.

Qualifications

• Technical School or Associate Degree in Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing required.
• 0-2 years of operating room surgical technician experience required.
• CST - Certified Surgical Technologist and BLS - Basic Life Support required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares the operating room with instruments, equipment, and supplies per procedure and physician preference.
• Maintains a sterile field and follows universal precautions and aseptic technique.
• Anticipates surgeon needs and passes instruments accurately during procedures.
• Inspects, cleans, and sterilizes instruments per policy and manufacturer guidelines.
• Counts sponges, needles, and instruments with circulating nurse for patient safety.
• Assists with patient positioning, draping, and transfer under RN supervision.
• Maintains physician preference cards and procedural documentation.
• Restocks supplies and prepares rooms for subsequent cases to ensure OR efficiency.

Skills

Surgical techniques

Sterile processing

Teamwork

Education

Technical School graduate of Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing program

Associate Degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences

Job description

Surgical Technologist
Position Type: Full time 11a-7:30PM or 9a-7:30p

• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with matching
• Student Loan Repayment: Up to $10,000
• Educational Assistance
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Paid Time Off Available
  

Job Summary

The Surgical Technician – Certified (CST) works collaboratively with the surgical team to facilitate safe, effective, and high-quality patient care in the operating room. This role prepares and maintains the sterile field, anticipates surgical team needs, and ensures proper handling of surgical instruments and supplies. The Surgical Technician – Certified also supports OR efficiency through equipment readiness, inventory management, and adherence to infection prevention protocols.

Essential Functions

• Prepares the operating room by ensuring surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies are properly set up and available based on the procedure and physician preference card.
• Maintains a sterile field throughout the surgical procedure, applying principles of Universal Precautions, asepsis, and sterile technique.
• Anticipates the needs of the surgeon, passing instruments and supplies accurately and efficiently during surgical procedures.
• Handles surgical instruments and equipment according to manufacturer instructions and hospital policy, including inspection, point-of-use cleaning, and sterilization.
• Performs and documents sponge, needle, and instrument counts in collaboration with the circulating nurse to support patient safety.
• Assists with patient positioning, draping, and transfer under the direction of the RN to ensure patient safety and procedural readiness.
• Supports ongoing maintenance and accuracy of physician preference cards and procedural documentation.
• Restocks supplies, cleans and returns equipment to designated storage areas, and prepares rooms for subsequent cases to ensure OR efficiency.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• Technical School graduate of Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing program required or
• Associate Degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences required
• 0-2 years of operating room surgical technician experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Expertise in surgical techniques, instrumentation, and sterile processing.
• Ability to anticipate the needs of the surgical team and respond quickly during procedures.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to maintain efficient workflow.
• Knowledge of regulatory and accreditation standards, including safety and infection control protocols.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with the perioperative team.
• Commitment to patient safety and high-quality care.

Licenses and Certifications

• CST - Certified Surgical Technologist required
• BLS - Basic Life Support required

Job Info

• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 08/10/2026, 01:47 PM
• Degree Level Some College
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Evening
• Locations 4370 W Main St, Dothan, AL, 36305, US