Surgical Technician Certified

CHS Career Site; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Student loan repayment

Healthcare benefits (medical, dental,

PTO

Life insurance

401(k) with match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

CHS Career Site seeks a Certified Surgical Technician to assist the operating room team in delivering safe patient care. You will prepare sterile fields, anticipate team needs, and ensure proper handling of instruments and supplies during procedures.

The role requires CST or equivalent, BLS, and up to 2 years OR experience, with a focus on infection control and efficient OR turnover. Full-time position in Naples, FL with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in sterile processing and aseptic techniques.
• Ability to anticipate the needs of the surgical team during procedures.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of safety, infection control, and accreditation standards.
• Effective communication and teamwork within perioperative settings.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the operating room with instruments, equipment, and supplies for procedures.
• Maintain a sterile field and apply universal precautions throughout surgery.
• Assist surgeon by passing instruments and supplies accurately and efficiently.
• Handle instruments per manufacturer and policy requirements, including cleaning and sterilization.
• Document counts with the circulating nurse to support patient safety.
• Assist with patient positioning, draping, and transfer under RN direction.
• Maintain physician preference cards and procedural documents.
• Restock supplies, clean and return equipment, and prep rooms for next cases.
• Perform other duties as assigned and maintain reliable attendance.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

Skills

Surgical techniques

Anticipate needs

Organizational skills

Regulatory knowledge

Communication & teamwork

Patient safety

Education

Technical School Surgical Technology / Practical Nursing

Associate Degree in Surgical Technology / 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

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

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