Surgical Tech: OR Setup & Sterile Field

Healthier Mississippi People; Canton (MS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Healthier Mississippi People is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist to prepare operating rooms for procedures and assist the surgical team. You will ensure instruments are sterilized, manage sterile fields, and help maintain patient comfort and safety throughout operations.

The role requires strong knowledge of surgical techniques, infection control standards, and excellent communication. Candidates must work well in teams and uphold regulatory practices to support a safe clinical

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.

Skills

Surgical techniques

Infection control standards

Verbal and written communication

Interpersonal skills

Team-oriented

Education

Graduate of accredited surgical technology program

Job description

Healthier Mississippi People is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist to prepare operating rooms for procedures and assist the surgical team. You will ensure instruments are sterilized, manage sterile fields, and help maintain patient comfort and safety throughout operations.

The role requires strong knowledge of surgical techniques, infection control standards, and excellent communication. Candidates must work well in teams and uphold regulatory practices to support a safe clinical