Surgical Technologist - Family Care Center

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

Job summary

Novant Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist to assist in the operating room under the supervision of a surgeon and registered nurse, ensuring sterile technique and proper equipment function to maximize patient safety during invasive procedures. The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma or GED and has completed an accredited Surgical Technology program or military training (68D) with CST preferred.

Prior OR experience is a plus; new graduates may be considered with certification within

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of an accredited School of Surgical Technology program or Military Training Equivalent (68D) – operating room specialist) preferred.
• Current Surgical Tech Certification (CST, TS-C, NRCST, or SA-C) preferred; state-specific certification may be required (SC region).
• New graduates encouraged to obtain certification within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures under supervision of surgeon and registered nurse.
• Ensure sterile and aseptic technique; verify proper equipment function and sterile field.
• Assist in maintaining patient safety and assist the surgical team as needed.

Skills

Customer service skills

Verbal communication

Nonverbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Accredited Surgical Technology program or Military Training (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