Surgical Technologist, Labor and Delivery

Novant Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Novant Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist to assist in the safe execution of invasive surgical procedures. The role focuses on preserving sterile technique, maintaining a safe operating room, and ensuring equipment readiness to support the surgeon and patient safety throughout operations.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or GED and are graduates of an accredited Surgical Technology program or military equivalent; CST/TS-C/NRCST/SA-C certification is preferred, with

Qualifications

• Education must include a high school diploma/GED and an accredited Surgical Technology program or military equivalent.
• Current CST/TS-C/NRCST/SA-C preferred; state-specific SC region certification may be required.
• Ability to complete skill validation, demonstrate customer service, communication, interpersonal, and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures under surgeon and RN supervision.
• Maintain sterile and aseptic technique to protect patient safety.
• Ensure operating room environment is safe and equipment functions properly.
• Support physician performance of procedures to maximize patient outcomes.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Accredited Surgical Technology program or 68D training

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

193551