Surgical Technologist Certified, PRN, Operating Room, Cheraw

McLeod Health; Cheraw (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

McLeod Health in Cheraw is looking for a Surgical Technologist Certified to join their Operating Room team. This part-time PRN position requires ensuring the availability of OR rooms and maintaining sterile practices during surgical procedures. Candidates must have a minimum of 1-year experience and appropriate certifications from accredited programs.

Working primarily Wednesday to Friday, the role involves assisting with patient preparation and safety in surgical settings, showcasing versatility and competence in surgical processes.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1-year experience in a surgical setting.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the availability and preparedness of operating room supplies.
• Assist with patient positioning and preparation for surgical procedures.
• Maintain the sterile field and follow safety protocols during surgeries.

Skills

Surgical procedures knowledge

Sterile technique

Patient positioning

Medication management

Education

Graduate of accredited Surgical Technology Program

Certification through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)

Job description

Surgical Technologist Certified, PRN, Operating Room, Cheraw

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Ensures the availability and preparedness of OR rooms, supplies and equipment needed to support efficient and effective perioperative processes.
• Follows procedures regarding verification of medical implants.
• Responsible for having sterile instruments, sutures and equipment necessary for the surgical procedure, along with a working knowledge of each device.
• Verifies sterilization method – Steam/Sterrad; Inspects package integrity & verifies disposition of chemical indicators; checks instrument tray filters.
• Assist with positioning and prepping according to the standards of practice and policies and procedures of the department and the hospital.
• Performs initial instrument, sharps and sponge counts with the circulator and performs additional counts as necessary.
• Assists with draping the patient and establishing the sterile field.
• Participates in the surgical site and patient verification during the time out procedure.
• Required to maintain the sterile field to ensure patient/employee safety by maintaining highest standard of sterile technique during the procedure.
• Anticipates needs of the surgeon during the operative period.
• Follows procedures related to medication management in the surgical field. Handles and labels drugs and solutions under supervision.
• Demonstrates competence in the preparation and care of specimens; accurately handles and passes off specimen(s) as appropriate.
• Assist in lifting, turning, positioning and preparing patients for surgical procedures, using proper body mechanics.
• Assist in maintaining a clean and safe environment.
• Follows Point-of-Use cleaning per competency validation
• Cleans and prepares instruments for decontamination cleaning and terminal sterilization per competency validation.
• Assists other members of the team with terminal cleaning of room.
• Assists with cleaning and preparation of the OR between procedures and after the last case; restocks supplies when necessary; performs periodic cleaning of storage areas and equipment as assigned.
• Uses standard precautions and appropriate personal protective equipment when working around or handling hazardous substances, including blood and body fluids.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 1-year experience

Certifications/Education:

• Graduate of accredited Surgical Technology Program
• Certification through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)

Work Schedule:

• PRN; with greatest availability being primarily Wednesday – Friday

We are an equal opportunity employer.

Job Info

• Job Identification 26158
• Job Category Skilled Surgical Tech
• Posting Date 06/16/2026, 12:41 PM
• Degree Level Associate Degree
• Job Schedule Part time
• Job Shift 7:00am - 3:00pm
• Locations 711 Chesterfield Hwy, Cheraw, SC, 29520, US (On-site)