Surgical Technologist

Novant Health; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits starting day one

Job summary

Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center seeks a Surgical Tech to support surgical teams by preparing operating rooms, organizing sterile equipment, and assisting surgeons during procedures. The role emphasizes patient safety and sterile technique within a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Ideal candidates hold a High School Diploma or GED and a Surgical Technology credential; military operating room training (68D) is considered equivalent.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Graduate of an accredited School of Surgical Technology or Military Training equivalent.
• Current CST/TS-C/NRCST/SA-C preferred; SC region certs may apply as per state rules.

Responsibilities

• Prepare operating rooms and arrange sterile equipment.
• Assist surgeons during procedures and ensure patient safety.
• Maintain sterile technique and assist with patient positioning and draping.

Skills

Sterile technique

Time management

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate of accredited Surgical Technology program

Military Training Equivalent (68D – Operating Room Specialist)

Tools

Surgical Tech Certification (CST/TS-C)

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.

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.

*Surgical Tech experience required*

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.