Surgical Technician- Full time

Dayton Children's; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Dayton Children’s is seeking a Surgical Technologist to support the pediatric surgical team on a full-time basis at the Main Campus. The role collaborates with nurses and physicians to ensure efficient intraoperative care and patient safety.

The ideal candidate graduates from an accredited surgical technology program, holds an Associate’s degree or higher, and is prepared to obtain CPR within two weeks of starting. The position requires teamwork and a patient‑centered approach to care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program.
• Associate degree or equivalent with Certification of Completion in Surgical Technology.
• CPR certification preferred or obtained within 2 weeks of start date

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgeon in the pediatric intraoperative phase following AORN and OSA standards.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to meet patient/family needs in a cost‑effective way.
• Provide customer service to patients, families, nurses, physicians and staff.
• Practice open communication and maintain a positive, flexible attitude.
• Participate in quality improvement activities to meet department goals.
• Model leadership, education, coaching, and patient advocacy.
• Maintain sterile technique and prepare age-appropriate instrumentation and supplies for each procedure.
• Use physicians' preference cards and pass instrumentation during procedures.

Skills

Team collaboration

Open communication

Customer service

Sterile technique

Education

Associate’s degree in Surgical Technology

Certification of Completion in Surgical Technology

Job description

Facility: Dayton Children’s – Main Campus

Department: Surgery

Schedule: Full time

Hours: 36

A surgical technologist is responsible for assisting the surgeon in the pediatric intraoperative phase utilizing AORN and OSA standards of practice. Collaborates with other healthcare team members to meet the patients/families needs in a cost-effective manner. Provides customer service for the patients/families, nurses, physicians, and other healthcare team members. Functions as a team player and practices open communication with a positive flexible attitude. Assists in meeting departmental goals by participating in quality improvement activities. Functions as a role model, change agent, education, coaching, and patient advocate. The role of the surgical technologist includes maintaining sterile technique, preparing for each procedure with age appropriate instrumentation and supplies, utilizing physicians preference cards, and passing instrumentation.

Any budgeted position may be required to take call in accordance with the departmental policy. Position will require working both main and south campuses.

**MUST BE A GRADUATE OF AN ACCREDITED SURGICAL TECHNICAL SCHOOL**

Department Specific Job Details

Education: Associate’s degree in Surgical Technology OR High School Diploma/GED plus Certification of Completion in Surgical Technology is required

Certification/Licensure: CPR is preferred at hire, but must be obtained within 2 weeks of start date

Our values

• We commit to safety - We ensure every action and decision prioritizes the safety of patients, families, and employees.
• We serve with compassion - We bring generosity, empathy, and kindness to all interactions.
• We own every moment - We take pride in everything we do.
• We’re better together - We collaborate, communicate, and support one another to deliver optimal care.
• We innovate with purpose - We adapt and change to improve pediatric care, for today and tomorrow.
• We value and respect each person - We create an inclusive space where everyone feels welcome and respected.

Dayton Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity and will not discriminate against minorities, women, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, or based on age, color, gender identity, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or transgender status.