Surgical Techician

CHS Career Site; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student loan repayment up to $10,000

Health, medical, dental & vision

Paid Time Off

Life insurance

401(k) with match

Tuition reimbursement

Naples, Florida

Job summary

Physicians Regional – Surgical Services is looking for a Surgical Technician to join the operating room team. The role assists in preparing the sterile field, anticipates instrument needs, and ensures patient safety through proper handling of instruments and supplies.

You will support OR efficiency, maintain infection control, and participate in equipment readiness and room turnover for upcoming cases in a fast-paced surgical environment.

Qualifications

• 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 for efficient workflow.
• Knowledge of safety, infection control and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepares the OR with instruments and supplies based on procedure and physician preference.
• Maintains sterile field using aseptic technique throughout surgery.
• Anticipates surgeon needs and passes instruments accurately.
• Disposes of used materials and performs instrument counts with the circulating nurse.
• Restocks supplies and supports room turnover for next case.

Skills

Surgical techniques

Instrumentation

Sterile processing

Anticipation of needs

Teamwork

Education

Technical School diploma in Surgical Technology or PN

Associate degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences

0-2 years OR experience

Job description

Surgical Technician

Our Benefits:

• Up to $10,000 Student Loan Repayment


• Health, Medical, Dental, & Vision


• Paid Time Off PTO


• Life Insurance coverage


• 401(k) with match


• Tuition reimbursement


• Sunny Naples, Florida

Shift

• Full-Time Days


• 10 hour days, 0630-1700


• 45-minute call required

Physicians Regional – Surgical Services

• Join a high-performing team utilizing state-of-the-art technology, including minimally invasive and robotic-assisted systems, across a wide range of medical specialties


• Practice in a modern, fast-paced environment where your technical expertise is vital to ensuring surgical excellence and patient safety

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