Surgical Technician - OR

Lifepoint Health Careers; Mayfield (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

Financial Protection & PTO

Financial & Career Growth

Employee Well-being

Professional Development

Free Parking

Job summary

Jackson Purchase Medical Center in Mayfield, KY, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a Surgical Technician for the Operating Room. This full-time day shift position requires maintaining sterile environments and assisting surgeons.

Applicants should graduate from an accredited Surgical Technology program, hold CST or eligibility, and have BLS within 30 days. The team emphasizes patient safety, teamwork, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; completion of accredited Surgical Technology program.
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or eligibility to obtain within timeframe.
• Current BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Knowledge of sterile techniques and surgical instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain a sterile surgical environment with instruments and supplies.
• Assist surgeons during procedures by passing instruments and anticipating needs.
• Perform counts of instruments and sponges to ensure patient safety.
• Handle, label, and maintain specimens per protocol.
• Assist with cleaning, sterilizing, and restocking operating rooms after procedures.

Skills

Sterile techniques

Surgical instruments handling

Teamwork

Communication

BLS certification

Education

Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential

Job description

Jackson Purchase Medical Center

Surgical Technician - Operating Room
Job Type: Full Time | Days

Schedule: Mon - Fri, 8 Hour Shifts

Your experience matters

Located in the scenic westernmost region of Kentucky, Jackson Purchase Medical Center offers a welcoming blend of small-town charm, natural beauty, and meaningful professional opportunity. Known for its close‑knit communities and affordable cost of living, the region provides an excellent quality of life for individuals and families alike.

More about our team

Our Surgical Services team is dedicated to delivering safe, high-quality surgical care across a variety of specialties in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment. Our surgeons, registered nurses, surgical technologists, anesthesia professionals, and support staff work collaboratively to ensure exceptional outcomes and a seamless experience for every patient. As a key component of our acute care hospital, the Operating Room provides advanced surgical services while maintaining the highest standards of patient safety, teamwork, and clinical excellence. Joining our Surgical Services team means becoming part of a supportive and skilled group of healthcare professionals committed to improving the health and well‑being of the communities we serve throughout western Kentucky.

How you'll contribute

A Surgical Technician who excels in this role:

• Prepare and maintain a sterile surgical environment, including instruments, equipment, and supplies

• Assist surgeons during procedures by passing instruments and anticipating surgical needs

• Perform surgical counts of instruments, sponges, and supplies to ensure patient safety

• Handle, label, and maintain specimens according to protocol

• Clean, sterilize, and restock surgical instruments and operating rooms following procedures

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.

• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.

• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.

• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).

• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

• Free Parking

What we're looking for

Applicants should have a High School Diploma (or equivalent) and Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program. Additional requirements include:

• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential (or eligibility to obtain within a specified timeframe)

• Current BLS certification required within 30 days of hire

• Knowledge of sterile techniques, surgical procedures, and instrumentation

• Strong attention to detail, teamwork, and communication skills

More about Jackson Purchase Medical Center

Jackson Purchase Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

"Jackson Purchase Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Jackson Purchase Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.