Surgical Tech Cert - Sign on Bonus $10k

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Key West (FL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) with matching

Student Loan Repayment up to 10000

Sign on Bonus 10000

Housing stipend 461.50

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a certified Surgical Technician to join our operating room team in Florida.

The role supports the perioperative team, maintains sterile technique, and ensures timely instrument readiness to facilitate safe patient care. The ideal candidate holds CST certification, completes sterile processing duties, and collaborates with RNs and surgeons to optimize OR efficiency and patient safety.

Qualifications

• Surgical technology education or equivalent.
• 0-2 years OR experience preferred.
• CST certification and sterile processing knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Prepare operating room with instruments and supplies for procedures.
• Maintain sterile field and apply universal precautions.
• Anticipate surgeon needs and pass instruments accurately.
• Inspect, clean, and sterilize instruments per policy.
• Document counts of sponges, needles, and instruments.
• Assist with patient positioning and draping as directed.
• Maintain physician preference cards and documentation.
• Restock supplies and prepare rooms for next cases.
• Attend to duties as assigned and ensure attendance.

Skills

Surgical techniques

Education

Technical School

Associate degree

Job description

Surgical Technician

Position Type: Full-Time, Day

Benefits:

• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401(k) with matching
• Student Loan Repayment up to $10k
• Competitive pay
• Sign on Bonus $10k
• Stipend for housing assistance those that qualify of $461.50

"This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer."

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

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