Surgical Technologist I

100 Baystate Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 44,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Job summary

Baystate Health's Baystate Medical Center is seeking a Surgical Technologist for the Main Operating Room in Springfield, MA. You will support safe, efficient surgical procedures and collaborate with surgeons, nurses, and technicians in a fast-paced environment.

Role includes a 40-hour week, first shift, with a sign-on bonus for external hires. The department emphasizes aseptic technique, instrument handling, and patient care across multiple specialties.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Surgical Technology or accredited program.
• AST certification, when required.
• CPR – American Heart Association BLS.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate safe, effective conduct of invasive procedures under supervision.
• Apply aseptic technique and assist surgical team with instrumentation.
• Anticipate surgeons' needs and maintain a safe sterile environment.
• Operate and inspect designated equipment per policies.
• Document intraoperative care and comply with department procedures.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Anatomy knowledge

Sterile field management

Team collaboration

Intra-operative support

Education

Associate of Science in Surgical Technology

AST certification (if required)

Tools

Surgical instruments

Job description

Surgical Technologist – BMC Main OR Department: HVOR Location: Baystate Medical Center Job Type: Full-Time Shift: First shift Hours: 40 hours per week Sign-On Bonus: Up to $5,000.00 Application Requirement: Resume required with application

Make an Impact with Baystate Health Baystate Medical Center's Main Operating Room is seeking a Surgical Technologist to join our highly skilled surgical team in Springfield, Massachusetts.

Department Overview

Baystate Medical Center's Main OR features: 24 state-of-the-art inpatient and outpatient operating rooms. 8 dedicated heart & vascular and neurology interventional procedure rooms. A highly experienced and collaborative team supporting a broad range of complex surgical specialties. Opportunities to work with advanced surgical technology while caring for patients whose lives are restored and enhanced through innovative procedures. As part of a 24/7 surgical services department, team members participate in weekend, holiday, and off‑shift rotation coverage, with rotation expectations occurring at least quarterly.

Surgical Technologist Will:

• Work under the direction of the Unit Manager, RN Clinical Operations Coordinator, and/or RN Service Leads and under surgeon/physician guidance to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures.
• Apply expertise in aseptic technique, human anatomy, surgical procedures, instrumentation, and advancing surgical technologies to support safe patient care.
• Anticipate the needs of surgeons and physicians through continuous attention to the surgical process and patient condition, helping promote safe, efficient, and quality surgical outcomes.
• Function proficiently across a variety of surgical specialty services, supporting minimally invasive, invasive, therapeutic, and diagnostic procedures.
• Participate as an integral member of the operating team by understanding the patient's history, allergies, and intra‑operative care plan.
• Maintain a safe environment and sterile field while demonstrating knowledge of specimen handling, labeling, sharps safety, and intra‑operative temperature regulation.
• Safely operate, manage, and inspect designated equipment and instruments in accordance with manufacturer's guidelines and established policies and procedures.
• Demonstrate knowledge of pharmacological agents dispensed to the sterile field, including recognition of mixtures, doses, and labels in accordance with department policies and procedures.
• Accurately complete required documentation within the Surgical Technologist's scope of practice and maintain the knowledge and skills necessary to perform assigned responsibilities.

Schedule Details

Job Type: Full-Time Shift: First Shift Hours: 40 hours per week Schedule: 4 - 10 hour shifts

Weekend Requirement: Rotating weekends and holidays required

On-Call Requirement: Yes - as applicable to department needs

Benefits That Support You

• Competitive Pay & Benefits: High-quality, low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Tuition & Training: Continuing education support and reimbursement.
• Career Growth: Opportunities to build your career through clinical advancement and Baystate's Surgical Technologist career ladder.
• Retirement: 403(b) retirement plan with company match and annual company contribution increases based on years of service.
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO, with up to 25 days in the first year and scheduled earned increases.
• Financial Wellness: Free money‑coach advice from a certified professional and first‑time homebuyer financial packages.
• Wellbeing Programs: Programs supporting mental, physical, and financial wellbeing, including reimbursement for eligible wellbeing activities such as gym memberships, equipment, personal training, massage, and more.
• Additional Benefits: Pet, home, auto, and personal insurance; life insurance; and Farm Share memberships.
• Sign‑On Bonus: Up to $5,000.00 for eligible external hires.
• Sign‑on bonuses are paid to external hires only and are not applicable to internal or company transfers, unless otherwise specified.
• Former employees are eligible after one year post‑separation from Baystate Health.

About Baystate Health

Baystate Health is an integrated healthcare system serving patients and communities throughout western Massachusetts. Our network includes Baystate Medical Center, Baystate Children's Hospital, Baystate Noble Hospital, Baystate Franklin Medical Center, Baystate Wing Hospital, Baystate Medical Practices, and Baystate Home Health & Hospice. Whether you provide direct patient care, clinical services, or operational support, your work at Baystate Health helps improve the health of the communities we serve.

Required Skills

This position is part of a career ladder, and the appropriate level will be determined by the organization. Unless otherwise required by certification, licensure, or registration, an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility may be substituted for the minimally required education and/or experience.

• Surgical Technologist I Associate of Science in Surgical Technology, or completion of a program accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education Association, or completion of a structured training program with a professional equivalent. AST certification, when required. New hires will require certification if they had no experience in a surgical facility prior to July 1, 2013. CPR – American Heart Association BLS.
• Surgical Technologist II Associate of Science in Surgical Technology, or completion of a program accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education Association, or completion of a structured training program with a professional equivalent. AST certification, when required. New hires will require certification if they had no experience in a surgical facility prior to July 1, 2013. CPR – American Heart Association BLS. Minimum of 2 years of experience, including 1 year of employment at Baystate Medical Center or 2 years of comparable experience and attainment of competency upon completion of orientation.
• Surgical Technologist III Associate of Science in Surgical Technology, or completion of a program accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education Association, or completion of a structured training program with a professional equivalent. AST certification, when required. New hires will require certification if they had no experience in a surgical facility prior to July 1, 2013. CPR – American Heart Association BLS. Minimum of 4 years of experience, including 1 year of employment at Baystate Health.

Start Your Career at Baystate Health

We strive to be the place where you can build the career you deserve. Join a highly skilled surgical team, gain experience across a broad range of specialties, and make a meaningful difference for patients throughout western Massachusetts. You Belong at Baystate.

Education:

Associates Degree (Required)

Certifications:

Basic Life Support - American Heart AssociationAmerican Heart AssociationAmerican Heart Association, Certified Surgical Technician - OtherOtherOther

Compensation Note:

The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non‑exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.

Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum $31.62 - $39.47 - $50.06

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.