Surgical Tech — OR Prep & Instrumentation Specialist

Healthier-Mississippi-People-LLC; Ridgeland (MS); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Healthier Mississippi People LLC in Ridgeland, MS is seeking a Surgical Technician to prepare the operating room for procedures and assist the surgical team, ensuring sterile technique and patient comfort. The role emphasizes instrument sterilization, room turnover, and adherence to infection control standards.

The ideal candidate is graduate of an accredited surgical technology program with strong communication, teamwork, and adherence to safety policies.

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 the daily practice in order to assure a safe work environment for self, coworkers, and patients.
• Demonstrates core standards of exceptional customer service.
• The duties listed are general in nature and are examples of the duties and responsibilities performed and are not meant to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Management retains the right to add or change duties at any time.

Skills

Surgical techniques

Equipment knowledge

Infection control

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

Surgical technology program graduate

Job description

Healthier Mississippi People LLC in Ridgeland, MS is seeking a Surgical Technician to prepare the operating room for procedures and assist the surgical team, ensuring sterile technique and patient comfort. The role emphasizes instrument sterilization, room turnover, and adherence to infection control standards.

The ideal candidate is graduate of an accredited surgical technology program with strong communication, teamwork, and adherence to safety policies.