Surgical Technician: Precision in the Operating Room

West Park Hospital; Cody (WY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

West Park Hospital is seeking a Surgical Technician/Technologist to support the operating room team. You will prepare the OR, set up instruments, maintain the sterile field, and anticipate the surgeon’s needs to ensure safe, efficient procedures.

Collaborating with circulating RNs, surgeons, anesthesia providers, and supervisors, you will uphold aseptic practice, infection control, and timely patient care in a fast-paced perioperative environment.

Qualifications

• Possess a certificate or associate degree from an accredited surgical technology program; OR may receive on-the-job training with approval.
• Certification testing by the Association of Surgical Technologists is preferred.
• Non-certified technician experience may be considered based on organizational needs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare for scheduled procedures by reviewing surgeon preference cards and assembling instruments and supplies.
• Establish and maintain the sterile field using aseptic technique.
• Anticipate surgeon and team needs and pass instruments and supplies safely.
• Assist with specimen handling and implant/ device documentation as assigned.
• Maintain instrument counts and communicate discrepancies promptly.
• Contribute to OR turnover and cleaning, sterilization, and room setup.

Skills

Sterile technique

Aseptic practice

Surgical instrumentation

Infection prevention

Counts & specimen handling

Team collaboration

Computer literacy

Education

Certificate or Associate Degree in Surgical Technology

Job description

West Park Hospital is seeking a Surgical Technician/Technologist to support the operating room team. You will prepare the OR, set up instruments, maintain the sterile field, and anticipate the surgeon’s needs to ensure safe, efficient procedures.

Collaborating with circulating RNs, surgeons, anesthesia providers, and supervisors, you will uphold aseptic practice, infection control, and timely patient care in a fast-paced perioperative environment.