Surgical Technician

OPTIM Health System; Brunswick (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

OPTIM Health System in Brunswick, GA is hiring a full-time Surgical Technician to support surgeons and the OR team. You will prepare surgical suites, ensure sterile instruments, and assist with patient positioning and draping.

The role requires maintaining aseptic technique, counting instruments, and collaborating with nurses to promote safety and efficiency. Prior OR experience and BLS certification are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program.
• Certification as a Surgical Technologist (CST) preferred or required per state or facility policy.
• Experience in sterile technique and operating room procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surgical suites, ensuring instruments and supplies are sterile and ready.
• Assist with patient positioning and draping during procedures.
• Maintain aseptic technique and count sponges and instruments.
• Collaborate with nurses and surgeons to promote safe, efficient operations.
• Clean and restock operating rooms and check equipment functionality.
• Adhere to hospital policies, infection control standards, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Sterile technique

Surgical instrumentation

Operating room procedures

Infection control

Teamwork & communication

Organization & attention to detail

Adaptability & professionalism

Education & CST certification

Experience in OR

BLS certification

Orthopedic procedures knowledge

Education

Surgical Technology program

CST certification (preferred or required)

Job description

Company Description

Optim Health System is a regional healthcare network focused on enriching lives through care and partnership, offering specialty orthopedic, pain medicine, and primary care services. The system operates hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, and clinics that prioritize patient safety and compassionate, personalized care. Working closely with physicians, Optim Health System delivers integrated, high-quality services supported by accreditations, certifications, awards, and strong patient testimonials. Its network of highly skilled physicians, specialty-focused facilities, and experienced clinical staff serves both metropolitan and rural communities, setting a high standard in today’s healthcare marketplace. Facilities include Optim Medical Center-Screven, Optim Surgery Center, and the nationally recognized, physician-owned Optim Medical Center-Tattnall.

Role Description

This full-time, on-site Surgical Technician role is based in Brunswick, GA. The Surgical Technician supports surgeons and the operating room team by preparing surgical suites, ensuring all instruments and supplies are sterile and available, and assisting with patient positioning and draping. Daily responsibilities include maintaining aseptic technique, handling surgical instruments during procedures, counting sponges and instruments, and collaborating with nurses and surgeons to promote safe, efficient operations. The role also involves cleaning and restocking operating rooms, checking equipment functionality, and adhering to hospital policies, infection control standards, and regulatory requirements. The Surgical Technician contributes to a culture of safety and compassionate care by communicating clearly, anticipating needs during surgery, and supporting continuous quality improvement efforts.

Qualifications

• Clinical and technical skills: demonstrated competence in sterile technique, surgical instrumentation, and operating room procedures.
• Patient care and safety: ability to follow infection control protocols, maintain a safe environment, and support patients before and after procedures within scope of practice.
• Teamwork and communication: strong collaboration skills with surgeons, nurses, and other staff, with clear, professional communication in fast-paced settings.
• Organization and attention to detail: skill in preparing surgical suites, managing instrument counts, documenting accurately, and prioritizing tasks efficiently.
• Adaptability and professionalism: capacity to remain calm under pressure, respond to changing surgical needs, and uphold ethical and confidentiality standards.
• Education and certification: completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program; certification as a Surgical Technologist (CST) preferred or required per state or facility policy.
• Experience: prior operating room or surgical services experience in hospital or ambulatory surgery settings strongly preferred.
• Additional qualifications: current BLS certification, familiarity with orthopedic procedures and pain medicine services is a plus, and commitment to ongoing professional development.