Surgical Technologist

100 Baystate Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 66,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $5,000

Health, dental and vision insurance

Paid time off up to 25 days first year

Continuing education support and reimb

Job summary

Baystate Health in Springfield, MA is seeking a Surgical Technologist to join the Daly Operating Room team in a full-time role.

You will maintain the sterile field, anticipate the surgeon’s needs, and assist in minimally invasive and open procedures across multiple specialties.

Requirements: AS in Surgical Technology or CAAPHEP-accredited program, AST certification preferred, CPR/BLS as required, and 2–4 years of experience with Baystate or equivalent external experience.

Qualifications

• AS in Surgical Technology or CA AHEP-accredited program.
• AST Certification preferred.
• CPR–American Heart Association; BLS Certification required if no surgical facility experience prior to July 1, 2013.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the sterile field and apply proper aseptic technique.
• Anticipate the surgeon’s needs during procedures.
• Assist in minimally invasive, open surgical, therapeutic, and diagnostic procedures.
• Understand human anatomy, surgical instrumentation, and procedural steps across multiple specialties.
• Maintain and demonstrate technical proficiency and knowledge aligned with assigned roles.
• Uphold Baystate’s safety, quality, and infection control standards.
• Adapt to the needs of the surgical team in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Surgical Technology

AST Certification

BLS/CPR

Education

AS in Surgical Technology or CA AHEP-accredited program

Job description

Overview

Location: Main OR, Baystate Medical Center, Springfield, MA

Schedule: Full‑time, 36 hours per week, 12‑hour day shifts with call required.

Baystate Health is a nationally recognized leader in healthcare quality and safety, seeking a Surgical Technologist to join the Daly Operating Room team.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the sterile field and apply proper aseptic technique.
• Anticipate the surgeon’s needs during procedures.
• Assist in minimally invasive, open surgical, therapeutic, and diagnostic procedures.
• Understand human anatomy, surgical instrumentation, and procedural steps across multiple specialties.
• Maintain and demonstrate technical proficiency and knowledge aligned with assigned roles.
• Uphold Baystate’s safety, quality, and infection control standards.
• Adapt to the needs of the surgical team in a fast‑paced environment.

Qualifications

• Associate of Science in Surgical Technology or completion of a CAAHEP‑accredited program.
• AST Certification (preferred).
• CPR – American Heart Association; BLS Certification required if no surgical facility experience prior to July 1, 2013.
• Experience: minimum of 2 years for Technician II; minimum 4 years for Technician III.
• For Technician II: 1 year employment at Baystate or 2 years comparable external experience.
• For Technician III: 1 year employment at Baystate Health.
• Completion of orientation competencies required for higher levels.

Career Ladder

• Technician I – education and certification based.
• Technician II – Technician I plus 2 years experience; 1 year Baystate employment or 2 years external experience.
• Technician III – Technician I plus 4 years experience; 1 year Baystate employment.

Compensation & Benefits

• Sign‑On Bonus: up to $5,000 for qualified external candidates (subject to change).
• Base salary range: $31.62 – $50.06 per hour for non‑exempt employees.
• Health, dental and vision insurance.
• Paid time off: up to 25 days in first year with scheduled increases.
• Continuing education support and reimbursement.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.

Equal 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.