Surgical Technologist

700 Baystate Noble Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 44,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus up to $5,000

Job summary

Baystate Noble Hospital is seeking a certified Surgical Technologist to support a range of surgical procedures in a fast-paced environment. You will help prepare sterile fields, anticipate the needs of surgeons, and ensure instrumentation and supplies are ready for cases.

You will work under supervision with rotating call and a Monday-Thursday, 40-hour week, in Westfield, MA. The role emphasizes patient safety, teamwork, and maintaining sterile technique across specialties.

Qualifications

• Certification as a Surgical Technologist (CST) required.
• Associates of Science degree required.
• Grandfather provision may apply for prior experience.
• No prior Surgical Technologist experience required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain sterile field per infection control standards.
• Anticipate needs of surgeons and physicians during procedures.
• Ensure instrumentation, supplies and equipment are ready for procedures.
• Set up and manage intraoperative equipment.
• Maintain professional communication with the care team.
• Adapt to changes in the intraoperative plan of care.

Skills

Sterile technique

Aseptic technique

Surgical instrumentation

Team communication

Intraoperative adaptability

Patient safety

Education

Associates of Science

Job description

Surgical Technologist - Baystate Noble Hospital

Surgical Technologist in Westfield, MA. Baystate Health Careers Department: Baystate Noble Hospital. Location: Baystate Noble Hospital, Westfield, Massachusetts. Job Type: Full-Time. Schedule: 40 hours per week, Monday-Thursday. Schedule Details: Variable start and end times depending on departmental needs. Call: Rotating call shifts Monday-Thursday, 5:00 PM-7:00 AM, and Friday, 7:00 AM-5:00 PM. Sign-On Bonus: Up to $5,000.

Make an Impact with Baystate Health.

As a Surgical Technologist at Baystate Noble Hospital, you will play an essential role in supporting safe, efficient, and high-quality surgical care. Working under the direction of the Unit Manager, RN Clinical Operations Coordinator, and RN Service Leads, you will work closely with surgeons and physicians to facilitate the safe and effective performance of invasive surgical procedures. The Surgical Technologist uses expertise in sterile and aseptic technique, human anatomy, surgical procedures, instrumentation, and advancing technologies to anticipate the needs of the surgical team. You will help ensure that procedures are performed safely and efficiently while maintaining a sterile field and promoting positive patient outcomes. This role provides the opportunity to work across a variety of surgical specialties and support minimally invasive, invasive, therapeutic, and diagnostic procedures.

What You Will Do

• Prepare and maintain the sterile field and surgical environment in accordance with infection control standards.
• Anticipate the needs of surgeons and physicians throughout surgical procedures.
• Ensure appropriate instrumentation, supplies, and equipment are available and ready for procedures.
• Recognize instrumentation kit and case cart discrepancies and take proactive steps to resolve them.
• Promote quality and appropriate patient care within defined limits.
• Assist with positioning patients for anesthesia and specialty-specific surgical procedures.
• Communicate patient needs or concerns to the nurse, surgeon, anesthesiologist, or other appropriate members of the care team.
• Set up, clean, position, and manage intraoperative equipment.
• Maintain effective, professional communication with all members of the healthcare team.
• Adapt to changes and modifications in the intraoperative plan of care.
• Demonstrate knowledge of medications and pharmacological agents dispensed to the sterile field, including recognition of mixtures, doses, and labels in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Maintain the skills and knowledge necessary to function effectively within assigned surgical specialties and departmental policies and procedures.
• Meet the requirements of the designated clinical recognition ladder for a Surgical Technologist Level II.
• Perform other similar and related duties as assigned after demonstrating competency.

Schedule Details

This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position with a Monday-Thursday schedule at Baystate Noble Hospital. Start and end times will vary based on departmental needs. This position also includes rotating call coverage.

• Monday-Thursday: 5:00 PM-7:00 AM
• Friday: 7:00 AM-5:00 PM

Benefits That Support You

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement savings opportunities
• Paid time off
• Tuition assistance
• Employee wellness resources
• Career development and advancement opportunities

About Baystate Health

Baystate Health is a leading integrated healthcare system in western Massachusetts, committed to improving the health of the communities we serve. Our teams work together to provide exceptional care while creating an environment where employees can grow, develop their skills, and make a meaningful difference.

Baystate Health (BH) is one of New England’s leading and largest integrated health care organizations, serving a population of nearly one million people throughout western New England. With roots dating back to the founding of Springfield City Hospital in 1873, Baystate Health has been providing high-quality and compassionate health care in western Massachusetts for more than 145 years. With more than 12,000 employees, a medical staff of nearly 3,100 physicians, and a net patient service revenue of more than $1.4 billion, the ever-growing health system includes five Massachusetts hospitals and the Baystate Mary Lane Outpatient Center in Ware: Baystate Medical Center in Springfield Baystate Children’s Hospital (located at Baystate Medical Center) Baystate Franklin Medical Center in Greenfield Baystate Wing Hospital in Palmer Baystate Noble Hospital in Westfield

Required Qualifications

• Certification: Certification as a Surgical Technologist (CST) required.
• Work Experience: No prior Surgical Technologist experience required.
• Grandfather Provision: Surgical Technologists employed in this role prior to July 1, 2013, may be considered qualified based on prior experience and demonstrated competency and are not required to meet the current education requirements.
• Education: Associates of Science (Required).
• Certifications: Certification in Specialty - Other.

Preferred Qualifications & Skills

No preferred work experience is listed.

Skills and Competencies

A Surgical Technologist possesses expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic techniques and combines knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, instrumentation, and related technologies to facilitate a physician's performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures. The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Knowledge of surgical procedures and instrumentation
• Ability to anticipate the needs of surgeons and physicians
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining the sterile field
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary surgical team
• Professional communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to adapt to changing intraoperative needs and priorities
• Commitment to patient safety and quality care

Start Your Career at Baystate Health

If you are a certified Surgical Technologist looking for a Monday-Thursday opportunity with variable start and end times, Baystate Noble Hospital offers the opportunity to build your skills in a collaborative surgical environment while making an impact on patient care. Join Baystate Health and make a difference where it matters most.

You Belong at Baystate

At Baystate Health, you are part of a team that values collaboration, respect, professional growth, and exceptional patient care. Bring your skills and passion for surgical care to a team where you can make an impact every day.

Compensation Note

The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.

• Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum $31.62 - $39.47 - $50.06

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.