Surgical Technician

aah; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 34,853 - 52,279; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health benefits

Retirement plans with employer match

Educational Assistance Program

Job summary

aah is seeking a dedicated Surgical Technician at our Greensboro Medical Plaza Northwest - Surgery Center. This full-time position offers competitive pay ranging from $25.30 to $37.95 per hour and includes a sign-on bonus eligibility.

The ideal candidate will work in a dynamic surgical services team, ensuring quality care and efficient procedures. Responsibilities include maintaining instruments and assisting surgical teams in a fast-paced environment. Join us in delivering high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a Surgical Technology program or completion of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification required.
• Certification in a surgical specialty area preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality patient care, safety, and advocacy.
• Maintain care and cleanliness of instruments.
• Communicate effectively with the surgical team.
• Support high-efficiency turnover workflows.
• Ensure accurate case cart preparation.
• Prepare surgical cases for next-day schedules.
• Demonstrate cost-containment practices.
• Take personal responsibility for performance.

Skills

Ability to function effectively in stressful and fast-paced environments

Resilience and flexibility

Knowledge of patient safety systems

Competence with technology

Commitment to innovation

Education

Graduation from a Surgical Technology program or accredited School of Nursing

Tools

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification

Surgical specialty area certification

Job description

Department: 70100 Wake Forest Ambulatory Ventures: Greensboro Medical Plaza Northwest - Surgery Center

Status: Full time

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hours Per Week: 40

Schedule Details/Additional Information: No holidays, no weekends, no call

Pay Range: $25.30 - $37.95

This position is Sign-on Bonus eligible, provided the candidate meets eligibility requirements

Join our dedicated surgical services team and play a vital role in delivering safe, high‑quality care to patients during some of their most important moments. As a Surgical Technician, you will work closely with surgeons, RNs, and the multidisciplinary care team to ensure each procedure runs smoothly, efficiently, and with the highest standards of patient advocacy. If you thrive in a fast‑paced, detail‑driven environment and take pride in precision, teamwork, and excellence, we’d love to have you on our team.

Essential Functions

• Ensure quality patient care, safety, and advocacy through critical thinking, anticipation, and management of case‑specific needs under the direct supervision of the RN.
• Maintain complete, accurate, and timely care and cleanliness of instruments, equipment, and supplies.
• Communicate effectively, positively, and professionally with the surgical team, co‑workers, and patients using both verbal and nonverbal communication skills.
• Support high‑efficiency turnover workflows and assist with room turnover to maintain on‑time case starts.
• Ensure accurate case cart preparation and restocking for daily schedules.
• Prepare and pick surgical cases for next‑day schedules by reviewing surgeon preference cards, case schedules, and procedural requirements to ensure instruments, supplies, and equipment are complete and available.
• Demonstrate cost‑containment practices related to instruments, equipment, and supply inventory.
• Take personal responsibility for performance, professional growth, and ongoing development.

Education & Experience

• Graduation from a Surgical Technology program or completion of an accredited School of Nursing.

Licensure, Certification & Registration

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification required.
• Certification in a surgical specialty area preferred.

Skills & Qualifications

• Ability to function effectively in stressful and fast‑paced environments.
• Resilience and flexibility in a constantly changing setting.
• Knowledge of patient safety systems and standards.
• Competence with technology and informatics utilized in surgical care.
• Commitment to innovation and best practices in clinical performance.

Our Commitment to You:

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Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program