Surgical Technologist: Expert OR Support & Growth

aah; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 37,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Health benefits

Retirement plan with employer match

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist to provide aseptic technique, assist in preparing patients and supplies, and support the R.N. circulator in a 40-hour week at the Charlotte, NC location.

The role requires graduation from an accredited Surgical Technology program or military training, plus 5 years OR experience and current certification. Responsibilities include room turnover, sterility checks, and participation in policy development and performance improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program or successful military training in Surgical Technology/OR Specialist.
• Minimum of 5 years operating room experience.
• Current certification in Surgical Technology.
• Meets all ST III qualifications of Surgical Tech Ladder.

Responsibilities

• Assists in obtaining and organizing supplies and instruments prior, during and after surgical procedure.
• Assists RN circulator in preparation of patient, assembly of supplies, instruments, equipment and proper disposition of all specimens; assists with room turnover.
• Performs duties according to department policy and procedure.
• Monitors surgical supplies for sterility prior to use and ensures that supplies are used in a judicious manner, charges are documented/submitted accurately and appropriately.
• Monitors and documents sterilization activities for completion.
• Attends in-services/staff meetings; exhibits knowledge of current department related issues and participates in Performance Improvement Process.
• Participates in educational opportunities to increase competency and meet personal needs and goals.
• Assists in the development of policies, procedures, and standards.
• Serves as a preceptor and a clinical resource to others.
• Assumes responsibility for individual specified unit clinical projects as required.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Surgical supplies management

Team collaboration

Patient prep

Room turnover

Documentation

In-service participation

Education

Surgical Technology program graduate

Certification in Surgical Technology

5 years OR experience

Job description

Advocate Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist to provide aseptic technique, assist in preparing patients and supplies, and support the R.N. circulator in a 40-hour week at the Charlotte, NC location.

The role requires graduation from an accredited Surgical Technology program or military training, plus 5 years OR experience and current certification. Responsibilities include room turnover, sterility checks, and participation in policy development and performance improvement initiatives.