Surgical Technologist - Family Care Center

Novant Health; Forest Hills (NC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Novant Health seeks a Surgical Technologist to assist in invasive procedures under supervision of a surgeon and a registered nurse. You will maintain sterile technique, ensure safety of the operating room environment, and help ensure equipment functions properly during complex surgeries.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and training from an accredited Surgical Technology program or military equivalent. CST/TS-C/NRCST/SA-C credentials are preferred; SC region licensing may apply.

Qualifications

• Education as specified; online Surgical Tech programs not accepted.
• Previous Surgical Technologist experience preferred.
• Surgical Tech CST/TS-C/NRCST/SA-C certification preferred; SC region license may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in facilitating safe and effective invasive surgical procedures.
• Maintain sterile/aseptic technique and operating room safety.
• Ensure equipment is functioning properly and assist the surgeon and nurse during procedures.

Skills

Customer service

Verbal communication

Nonverbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Surgical Technology program graduate

Military Training Equivalent (68D)

Job description

What We Offer

The Surgical Technologist works under the supervision of a surgeon and registered nurse to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. Surgical technologists possess expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique and combine the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation tools and technologies to facilitate a physician's performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.

What We're Looking For

• Education: High School Diploma or GED, required.Graduate of an accredited School of Surgical Technology program or Military Training Equivalent (68D – Operating Room Specialist). For incumbents who are not graduates of an accredited School of Surgical Technology or have certification please see additional skills required. Online Surgical Tech program credits will not be accepted.
• Experience: Previous Surgical Technologist experience, preferred.
• Licensure/Certification: Current Surgical Tech Certification (CST, TS-C, NRCST, or SA-C), preferred. Current Surgical Tech Certification - based on state specific regulations (South Carolina Region Only), required.
• Additional Skills (required): For incumbents who are not graduates of an accredited School of Surgical Technology or have certification the following additional requirements may apply: recommended for new graduates to obtain certification within 12 months of hire. Ability to successfully complete generic and department-specific skill validation and competency testing. Demonstrate effective and appropriate customer service skills, verbal and nonverbal communication techniques, interpersonal relationship skills, and time management skills.

Why Choose Novant Health?

At Novant Health, we believe remarkable care starts with compassion for our patients, our communities, and each other. We value belonging, courage, personal growth, and teamwork, creating a space where everyone is respected, supported, and safe to show up as their full selves.

Job Opening ID

193951