Surgical Tech Ortho

Gadsden Regional Medical Center; Gadsden (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

401(k) with matching

Student Loan Repayment: Up to $10,000

Educational Assistance

Competitive salary and comprehensive)

Paid Time Off Available

Job summary

Gadsden Regional Medical Center is seeking a Surgical Technician to support surgeons and the perioperative team. The role involves preparing sterile fields, passing instruments, and assisting with procedures to ensure patient safety and efficiency in the operating room.

Responsibilities include instrument handling, counts, sterilization, and maintaining equipment and supply readiness, with a focus on infection prevention and adherence to policies. Full-time day shift with call expectations.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Prepares and maintains the operating room for surgical cases, ensuring all equipment, instruments, and supplies are properly organized and sterile.
• Assists with procedures by passing instruments and supplies accurately and efficiently.
• Performs instrument counts, sterilization, and preparation per infection control standards.
• Maintains physician preference cards and ensures required supplies are available.
• Cleans, reprocesses, and sterilizes instruments following established protocols.
• Contributes to perioperative team efficiency by restocking supplies and preparing rooms for subsequent cases.

Skills

Surgical procedures knowledge

Aseptic technique

Instrument handling

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

Associate Degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences

Technical School graduate in Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing

Job description

Surgical Tech
Position Type: Full time M-F 6:30-3:00 with call (Primarily Ortho but will do General as well)

• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with matching
• Student Loan Repayment: Up to $10,000
• Educational Assistance
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Paid Time Off Available
  

Job Summary
The Surgical Technician collaborates with the surgeon and perioperative team to deliver high-quality patient care during surgical procedures. This role prepares and maintains sterile surgical fields, assists with procedures, and ensures instruments and supplies are used appropriately. The Surgical Technician adheres to infection prevention standards, regulatory requirements, and facility policies to support optimal patient outcomes.

Essential Functions

• Prepares and maintains the operating room for surgical cases, ensuring all equipment, instruments, and supplies are properly organized and available by applying principles of Universal Precautions, asepsis, and sterile technique.
• Assists the surgical team by anticipating the needs of the surgeon and passing instruments and supplies accurately and efficiently.
• Handles surgical instruments according to their instructions for use and ensures proper sterilization, inspection, and assembly.
• Performs point-of-use cleaning and carefully handles instruments in compliance with infection control and professional standards. Performs sponge, needle, and instrument counts with the circulating nurse to ensure patient safety.
• Assists in patient positioning, draping, and transfer methods to ensure safety and comfort during procedures.
• Maintains and updates physician preference cards, ensuring accurate supplies and instruments are available for procedures.
• Cleans, reprocesses, and sterilizes surgical instruments and equipment following established protocols.
• Contributes to perioperative team efficiency by restocking supplies, returning equipment to storage, and ensuring operating rooms are ready for subsequent cases.
• 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

• Knowledge of surgical procedures, instrumentation, and aseptic techniques.
• Strong understanding of sterilization methods and infection prevention practices.
• Ability to anticipate the needs of the surgical team and respond quickly and effectively.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with the perioperative team.
• Attention to detail and organizational skills to ensure procedural accuracy and efficiency.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a high-pressure environment while maintaining professionalism.

Licenses and Certifications

• BCLS - Basic Life Support required
• CST - Certified Surgical Technologist preferred

Job Info

• Job Identification 165803
• Job Category Allied Health
• Posting Date 09/29/2026, 05:04 PM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day