Surgical Technologist (CST) - OR CORE

Northshore Home Health Care; Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Paid time off

Discounts

Job summary

Northshore Home Health Care is seeking a Surgical Technologist to support procedures before, during, and after operations in Hartford. You will ensure proper setup of instruments and supplies, assist surgeons, and help clean the operating room post-procedure within a fast-paced team environment.

The role requires completion of a recognized Surgical Technology program, NBSTSA certification within a year, and CPR/BLS.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology Program.
• NBSTSA certification or ability to obtain it within a year.
• CPR/BLS certification and annual validation required.
• Knowledge of surgical procedures, instruments, and aseptic techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to anticipate surgeon needs and recognize intraoperative issues.
• Adherence to sterile field maintenance and patient safety policies.
• Understanding of OR emergency protocols.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and arrange surgical instruments and supplies for procedures.
• Assist surgeons during operations within legal and professional standards.
• Maintain a sterile environment and ensure patient safety.
• Clean and reorganize the operating room after surgeries.
• Support multiple specialties including general, gynecology, urology, plastic, bariatrics, robotics, thoracics, trauma, and transplant.

Skills

Aseptic techniques

Patient safety

Communication

Team collaboration

Operative support

Education

Accredited Surgical Technology Program

NBSTSA certification within 1 year

CPR/BLS certification

Job description

Role: Surgical Technologist responsible for supporting surgical procedures before, during, and after operation. Ensures proper setup of equipment and supplies, assists surgeons, and helps clean the operating room post-procedure. Reports to the manager and collaborates within a multidisciplinary team in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and arrange surgical instruments and supplies to ensure readiness for procedures.
• Assist surgeons during operations within legal and professional standards.
• Help maintain a sterile environment and ensure patient safety.
• Participate in cleaning and reorganization of the operating room after surgeries.
• Support a variety of surgical specialties including general, gynecology, urology, plastic, bariatrics, robotics, thoracics, trauma, and transplant.

Qualifications & Skills

• Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology Program.
• Certification through the NBSTA or ability to obtain it within a year.
• CPR/BLS certification and annual validation required.
• Knowledge of surgical procedures, instruments, and aseptic techniques.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to anticipate surgeon needs and recognize intraoperative issues.
• Adherence to policies on sterile field maintenance and patient safety.
• Understanding of OR emergency protocols.

Additional Information

The role offers competitive benefits including sign-on bonus, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, paid time off, and discounts. The environment is dynamic, technology-driven, and emphasizes patient safety and team collaboration in a Level I Trauma Center setting.