Surgical Tech I: OR Support & Sterile Field Expert

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 27,552 - 44,083; Full time

Job summary

University of Mississippi Medical Center seeks a Surgical Tech I to prepare the operating room for procedures, assist the surgical team, and ensure proper sterilization of instruments in line with infection control standards. The role may require call as needed by the department.

This position focuses on maintaining instrument readiness, room turnover, and compliant operation with regulatory requirements to support high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program.

Responsibilities

• Maintains inventory of clean and sterilized surgical equipment, instruments, and supplies in accordance with UMMC and regulatory standards.
• Provides basic surgical support including room set up, sterile field management, handling of specimen and instruments, and room turnover.
• Assesses the equipment, instrument, and supply needs for surgical procedures and ensures availability.
• Ensures the proper functioning of surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies during surgical procedures.
• Follows infection control policies, AORN recommendation practices, OSHA guidelines, and other regulatory requirements in daily practice to assure a safe work environment for self, coworkers, and patients.
• Demonstrates core standards of exceptional customer service.

Skills

Surgical techniques

Infection control standards

Verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Team-oriented

Education

Graduation from an accredited surgical technology program

Job description

University of Mississippi Medical Center seeks a Surgical Tech I to prepare the operating room for procedures, assist the surgical team, and ensure proper sterilization of instruments in line with infection control standards. The role may require call as needed by the department.

This position focuses on maintaining instrument readiness, room turnover, and compliant operation with regulatory requirements to support high-quality patient care.