Surgical Technician - OR

Memorial Physician Practices; Paris (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

401(k) retirement plan

Free Parking

Job summary

CenterPoint Health - Paris is seeking a Surgical Technician (CST) for the OR, full-time days. The role supports surgeons, maintains sterile environments, and ensures instrument readiness.

Requirements include CST credential or eligibility, BLS within 30 days, a Surgical Technology program graduate, and strong attention to sterile technique and teamwork. CenterPoint Health - Paris emphasizes comprehensive benefits and professional development.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma (or equivalent).
• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program.
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential or eligibility preferred.
• Current BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• Knowledge of sterile techniques and instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain sterile environment and equipment.
• Assist surgeons by passing instruments during procedures.
• Perform instrument and sponge counts for patient safety.
• Label and handle specimens per protocol.
• Sterilize and restock instruments and operating rooms.

Skills

Sterile technique

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Surgical Technology program graduate

HS Diploma

Job description

CenterPoint Health - Paris

Surgical Technician (CST) - OR
Job Type: Full Time | Days

Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm

Your experience matters

Centerpoint Health, a part of Lifepoint Health, is a regional healthcare provider serving communities across Central Kentucky, including the nine-county region of Greater Lexington. Formed in 2026 by the joining of four community hospitals - Bluegrass Community Hospital in Versailles, Bourbon Community Hospital in Paris, Clark Regional Medical Center in Winchester and Georgetown Community Hospital in Georgetown - Centerpoint Health comprises nearly 1700 team members guided by a mission of making communities healthier.

More about our team

Centerpoint Health - Paris, formerly Bourbon Community Hospital, is a 58-bed acute care facility in the heart of the Bluegrass. The medical staff consists of 140 physicians covering 22 specialties. Centerpoint Health - Paris also offers services in Behavioral Health consisting of a 33-bed inpatient facility. Our multi-disciplinary approach enlists the services of a dedicated team of psychiatrists, clinical psychologists, therapists, nurses, social workers, mental health technicians, recreation therapists, and Kentucky certified teachers. Our Behavioral Health department also utilizes certified therapy dogs in the healing process when applicable.

How you'll contribute

A Surgical Technician (CST) 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 Centerpoint - Paris
Centerpoint - Paris 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

"Centerpoint - Paris is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Centerpoint - Paris iscommitted 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.