Surgical Technologist - CST

Trinity Health; Chelsea (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Award-winning workplace

BCBSM network

Competitive compensation

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Trinity Health in Chelsea, MI is seeking a Surgical Technologist for the Day shift in our Operating Room. You will maintain sterile technique, prepare instruments and supplies, and anticipate the surgical team’s needs during procedures in gynecology, orthopedics, and general surgery.

Graduation from a certified surgical technologist program and certification within six months are required. On-call duties apply; full-time benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a certified surgical technologist program.
• Surgical Technologist Certification required within six months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain sterile field and prepare instruments according to aseptic principles.
• Pass instruments to surgeons during procedures.
• Assist team with intraoperative needs and equipment requests.

Skills

Surgical asepsis

Sterile field management

Anatomy knowledge

Team communication

Education

Graduation from certified surgical technologist program

Surgical Technologist Certification within 6 months

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description: Surgical Technologist

Department: Operating Room - In our Operating Room at Chelsea, more than 5,000 inpatient and outpatient surgeries are performed annually in the fields of gynecology, orthopedics, ophthalmology, general surgery, otorhinolaryngology, podiatry, plastic surgery, and spine surgery.

Location: Chelsea, MI

Why Join Us?

• Join an organization that is committed to the principle that health care is a basic human right and that all Americans should have access to high-quality, comprehensive health care
• AWARD WINNING WORKPLACE! The Chelsea hospital is one of five Southeast Michigan hospitals awarded by Newsweeks as the World's Best Hospitals for 2026
• Trinity Health offers a comprehensive benefit package offering healthcare plans accessing the Trinity Health and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM) network of hospitals and providers. Each plan option offers the flexibility to choose from two tiers with Tier 1 Trinity Health network providers providing the lowest out of pocket costs and Tier 2 select BCBSM providers.
• Competitive compensation, DAILYPAY
• Benefits package also includes Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability
• Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
• Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health
• Tuition Reimbursement

Position Purpose:

Utilizes the principles and practices of surgical asepsis in the preparation of surgical instruments and supplies, maintaining a sterile field and passing instruments to surgeons within the sterile field. Anticipates the needs of the surgeon by demonstrating knowledge of surgical procedures and the anatomy and physiology of the human body.

Shift Available: Day Shift

Status Available: Full time (benefit eligible) - 72 hours per pay period - every two weeks

On call required (must be within 45 minutes of the hospital when on call)

Required Qualifications

• Graduation from a certified surgical technologist program
• Surgical Technologist Certification is required within six months of employment.

About Chelsea Hospital

Chelsea Hospital is a 103-bed, not-for-profit hospital established in 1970 leading the way in patient safety in satisfaction. Located in Chelsea, Michigan, Chelsea Hospital is a joint venture between Trinity Health and University of Michigan Health. These two award-winning health systems bring new services to Chelsea, while sharing resources, best practices and more to drive innovation and a higher level of care.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.