Surgical Technician — OR Prep & Instrument Care

Saint Joseph Hospital - Lexington; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Joseph Hospital - Lexington is seeking a Surgical Tech to prepare the operating room and assist the surgical team during a variety of procedures. You will set up instruments, help maintain a sterile field, and work closely with the OR staff to support patient healing.

Applicant should be adaptable, collaborative, and enthusiastic about complex surgical care. Role includes direct patient care under RN supervision and adherence to hospital standards of excellence.

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support (CPR) certification is required upon hire.
• High School Graduate General Studies with one year of OR/endoscopy or hospital experience, upon hire.
• High School GED General Studies with one year of OR/endoscopy or hospital experience, upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Set up surgical equipment and instruments for procedures.
• Assist the surgical team during operations.
• Maintain a sterile environment throughout the OR.
• Collaborate effectively within the OR team and adapt quickly.
• Provide direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of RNs.

Skills

Basic Life Support

Education

High School Graduate General Studies

High School GED General Studies

Job description

Saint Joseph Hospital - Lexington is seeking a Surgical Tech to prepare the operating room and assist the surgical team during a variety of procedures. You will set up instruments, help maintain a sterile field, and work closely with the OR staff to support patient healing.

Applicant should be adaptable, collaborative, and enthusiastic about complex surgical care. Role includes direct patient care under RN supervision and adherence to hospital standards of excellence.