Surgical Technologist

Novant Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits starting day one

Job summary

Novant Health’s Presbyterian Medical Center is seeking a Surgical Technologist to assist during surgeries, prepare ORs, arrange sterile equipment, and support the surgical team to ensure patient safety.

Responsibilities include maintaining sterile environments, applying aseptic techniques, and collaborating with surgeons and nurses. Relevant education and CST certification are preferred; the role is full-time and onsite in Charlotte, NC.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited School of Surgical Technology program or Military Training Equivalent (68D).
• Prior Surgical Technologist experience preferred.
• Current Surgical Tech Certification preferred; state-specific requirements may apply.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeon and RN to facilitate safe, effective surgical procedures.
• Maintain sterile technique and ensure operating room safety and equipment readiness.
• Provide support to the surgical team and ensure efficient procedural flow.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Accredited Surgical Technology program

Military Training Equivalent (68D)

Job description

What We Offer

As a Surgical Tech at Novant Health’s Presbyterian Medical Center, you’ll be trusted to deliver remarkable care to our patients during surgery. From preparing operating rooms, arranging sterile equipment and assisting doctors during surgeries, your skill, judgment and adaptability will help drive safe, compassionate care where it matters most.

What We Offer

As a Surgical Tech at Novant Health’s Presbyterian Medical Center, you’ll be trusted to deliver remarkable care to our patients during surgery. From preparing operating rooms, arranging sterile equipment and assisting doctors during surgeries, your skill, judgment and adaptability will help drive safe, compassionate care where it matters most. This Full-Time role is ideal for experienced Surgical Techs looking to work within a high-performing, collaborative team with exposure to a wide range of surgeries.

What Makes This Unit Stand Out

• Fast-paced, team-oriented environment with a strong culture of accountability and support
• Opportunities to broaden your clinical skills across a variety of procedures
• Backed by Novant Health’s commitment to innovation, inclusion, and advancement
• Benefits starting day one

What You'll Do

The Surgical Technologist works under the supervision of a surgeon and registered nurse to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. Surgical technologists possess expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique and combine the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation tools and technologies to facilitate a physician's performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.

What We're Looking For

• Education: High School Diploma or GED, required. Graduate of an accredited School of Surgical Technology program or Military Training Equivalent (68D - Operating Room Specialist). For incumbents who are not graduates of an accredited School of Surgical Technology or have certification please see additional skills required. Online Surgical Tech program credits will not be accepted.
• Experience: Previous Surgical Technologist experience, preferred.
• Licensure/Certification: Current Surgical Tech Certification (CST, TS-C, NRCST, or SA-C), preferred. Current Surgical Tech Certification - based on state specific regulations (South Carolina Region Only), required.
• Additional Skills (required): For incumbents who are not graduates of an accredited School of Surgical Technology or have certification the following additional requirements may apply: recommended for new graduates to obtain certification within 12 months of hire. Ability to successfully complete generic and department-specific skill validation and competency testing. Demonstrate effective and appropriate customer service skills, verbal and nonverbal communication techniques, interpersonal relationship skills, and time management skills.

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.

Job Opening ID

187017