Surgical Tech 1030-1900

Scotland Health Care System in Laurinburg, North Carolina; Laurinburg (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Paid Parental Leave

On-site childcare

Flexible scheduling

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Scotland Health Care System in Laurinburg, NC seeks a skilled Surgical Technologist to prepare operating rooms for procedures, pass instruments, and support the surgical team. This full-time role on the 2nd shift requires strict aseptic technique and excellent communication.

You will work closely with circulating RN and surgeons, maintain sterility, and help with room setup, instrument counts, and patient positioning. Our team emphasizes care for patients and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Fosters teamwork and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for procedures by setting up instruments aseptically.
• Inspect equipment and packaging for sterility and function.
• Utilize sterilization principles in processing instruments.
• Prepare operating room field and hand washing per standards.
• Anticipate surgeon needs for instruments and sutures.
• Keep the operative field neat, clean and dry.
• Identify and pass specimens to the circulating nurse after verifying with the surgeon.
• Report prosthesis, drains and catheters to the circulating nurse.
• Dispose of used supplies according to procedure.
• Assist with room cleanup and restock of supplies.
• Return reusable equipment to proper storage.
• Count sponges, instruments, and sharps before incision and after closure.
• Assist in positioning the patient on the table.
• Support continuity of patient care during breaks and on-call periods.
• Age-specific care across the life span.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organization

Problem solving

Tools

Surgical instruments

Job description

Department:

Scotland Memorial Hospital - Surgery Room

Status:

Full time

Shift:

2nd (United States of America)

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Preferred At Hire - - - 1 Year Or

Certification/Licensure (including annual requirements)

• Preferred at Hire - - -Certification for surgical technical

Other Skills And Compentencies

• Minimum Requirement - - - Demonstrates Excellent Communication Skills, Both Written And Verbal. Diplomacy, Tact, And A Positive Approach To Problem Solving Are Required To Be Successful. Organizational Skills Are A Must. Fosters A Teamwork Environment. Must Be Able To Communicate With Patients, Customers, Other Departments And Staff In An Articulate Manner.

OBls

Job Description:

1.Prepares for surgical procedures by identifying, selecting and setting up instruments using aseptic technique. 2.Inspects all equipment, instruments and packaging to insure sterility and proper function. 3.Utilizes and understands sterilization principles in processing instruments and equipment. 4.Utilizes proper hand washing technique and prepares O.R. field according to standards. 5.Anticipates surgeons needs as to instruments and suture. 6.Keeps operative field neat, clean and dry. 7.Properly identifies and passes specimens to circulating nurse after verifying with surgeon. 8.Accurately reports all prosthesis, drains and catheters to circulating nurse. 9.Disposes of used supplies according to procedure. 10.Assists with room clean up and set up. 11.Returns reusable equipment and supplies to appropriate place. 12.Counts sponges, instruments, and sharps prior to operative incision, and at closure of any cavity according to standards. 13.Assists in properly positioning patient on table. 14.Performs miscellaneous tasks to facilitate continuity of patient care such as relieving at break, lunch time, and assisting with cleaning and restocking. 15.Is accessible when on call according to policy. 16.Age Specific Competency: Staff members will have knowledge of human growth and development through the life span of the patient and have the ability to meet the needs of and provide the care of these patients. The age categories to be included are: Neonatal/Infant 0 - 11 months; Pediatrics 1 – 12 yrs; Adolescence 13 - 17 yrs; Young Adult/Adult 18 – 64 yrs; Adult/Middle-Aged 65 - 79 yrs; Geriatric 80+ yrs 17.Performs services requiring technical or manual skills under the direction of circulating RN and or surgeon. Consults with other staff members when in question or unfamiliar with equipment or procedures.

Careers

At Scotland Health Care System, we’re proud to employ a team of dedicated professionals who embody the Scotland Way.

Founded in 1946, Scotland Health Care System is a community-owned, not-for-profit organization serving Laurinburg, North Carolina. Our mission is simple yet powerful: to deliver safe, high-quality, compassionate, and sustainable health care to everyone in need.

We offer a full spectrum of services—including inpatient, outpatient, and emergency care—along with specialized programs in cancer treatment, cardiac care, surgical services, and women’s health.

Our culture is built on caring—for our patients and for our people. We believe that when we take exceptional care of our employees, they can provide exceptional care to our communities. That’s why we offer:

• Competitive compensation

• Family-friendly benefits including Paid Parental Leave and On-Site Childcare

• Flexible scheduling

• Exclusive savings programs

• Career growth and advancement opportunities