Surgical Tech Cert

CHS Career Site; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 46,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $15,000

Relocation assistance $10,000

Health coverage

401(k) with matching

Student loan support $10,000

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Life insurance

Job summary

CHS Career Site is seeking a Certified Surgical Technician to join our operating room team in Indiana. The role involves prepping sterile fields, maintaining asepsis, and supporting the surgical team with instrument handling and room readiness.

Candidates should have CST credentials and 0–2 years of OR experience, with strong teamwork and infection-control skills. The position offers a $15,000 sign-on bonus, $10,000 relocation assistance, comprehensive health coverage, and a 401(k) with

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepare the operating room with instruments, equipment, and supplies as per procedure and physician preference.
• Maintain a sterile field throughout procedures using aseptic technique and Universal Precautions.
• Anticipate surgeon needs and pass instruments and supplies accurately during surgeries.
• Inspect, clean, and sterilize instruments per manufacturer instructions and hospital policy.
• Count sponges, needles, and instruments with the circulator nurse for patient safety.
• Assist with patient positioning, draping, and transfer under RN direction.
• Maintain physician preference cards and procedural documentation for accuracy.
• Restock supplies and prep rooms for subsequent cases to ensure OR efficiency.
• Perform other duties as assigned and maintain reliable attendance.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

Skills

Surgical techniques

Infection control

Team collaboration

Education

Technical School/Surgical Technology or PN program

Associate Degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences

Job description

Surgical Technician – Certified

$15K SIGN ON BONUS

Position Type: Full Time

Benefits:

• $15,000 Sign-on Bonus
• $10,000 Relocation
• Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision plans to keep you and your family healthy.
• Future Security: 401(k) with matching
• Student Loan Support – Up to$10,000 repayment assistance, because we invest in your future.
• Educational Tuition Assistance
• Competitive Pay & Full Benefits – A salary and package designed to reward your expertise and dedication.
• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance

Job Summary

The Surgical Technician – Certified 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