Surgical Technician Certified

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to $10,000 Student Loan Repayment

Health, Medical, Dental, & Vision

PTO

Life Insurance coverage

401(k) with match

Tuition reimbursement

Naples, Florida location

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking a Surgical Technician – Certified to support the operating room in Naples, Florida. The role focuses on preparing and maintaining the sterile field, passing instruments, and ensuring instrument counts align with patient safety standards.

Responsibilities include equipment readiness, inventory management, adherence to infection prevention protocols, and collaboration with the perioperative team to optimize OR efficiency. CST and BLS are required.

Qualifications

• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) required or on track to obtain CST.
• 0-2 years OR surgical technician experience preferred.
• Technical schooling or associate degree in related field.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain sterile field for procedures.
• Anticipate surgeon needs and pass instruments during operations.
• Maintain instrument counts and ensure infection control protocols.
• Restock supplies and prepare rooms for subsequent cases.
• Support OR efficiency through equipment readiness and documentation.

Skills

Surgical techniques

Sterile processing

Teamwork

Patient safety

Infection control

Education

Technical School grad in Surgical Technology or PN program

Associate Degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences

Tools

Surgical instruments

Sterilization equipment

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

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