Surgical Technologist - Operating Room

3200 North Shore Medical Center, Inc.; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

3200 North Shore Medical Center, Inc. in Massachusetts is seeking a qualified Surgical Technologist to support operating room teams in a fast-paced acute care setting.

You will prepare the OR, arrange sterile supplies, and assist with patient transport and positioning to ensure safety and efficiency. Roles include instrument handling, maintaining sterility, counts management, and collaboration with surgeons, nurses, and anesthesiologists.

Qualifications

• Certified Surgical Technologist or equivalent education meets criteria.
• Minimum 1 year of acute care surgical tech experience preferred.
• Strong sterility, instrument handling, and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the operating room for surgical procedures.
• Set up sterile supplies, instruments, and equipment for surgery.
• Transport patients to the operating room and assist with positioning.
• Pass instruments and supplies to the surgical team during procedures.
• Maintain sterile technique and track instrument counts.
• Document surgical procedures and counts accurately.
• Collaborate with surgeons, nurses, and anesthesiologists.
• Assist in preparing the surgical site with drapes and solutions.
• Manage surgical drains and catheters as directed.

Skills

Surgical technologist

BLS Certification

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Site: North Shore Medical Center, Inc. Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary Job Description Summary

We're offering a generous sign-on bonus to welcome you to our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we're eager to discuss the exciting details of this bonus during our interview process.

Responsible for assisting surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare professionals in various surgical procedures and playing a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and safe operation of the operating room.

Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Essential Functions:

• Prepare the operating room for surgical procedures.
• Set up sterile supplies, instruments, and equipment required for the surgery.
• Transport patients to the operating room, help with positioning on the surgical table, and ensure their safety and comfort during the procedure.
• Pass instruments, supplies, and equipment to the surgical team during procedures.
• Follow proper sterilization techniques to ensure the cleanliness and sterility of surgical instruments and supplies.
• Maintain accurate and complete documentation of surgical procedures, including counts of sponges, sharps, and instruments used.
• Collaborate effectively with surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, and other members of the surgical team.
• Assist in preparing the surgical site by applying sterile drapes and solutions.
• Secure and manage surgical drains and catheters as directed by the surgeon.

High School Diploma or Equivalent required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] Certified Surgical Technologist [CST]

• Experience 1 year experience in an acute care setting preferred. Has successfully completed an accredited educational program for surgical technologists AND is certified as a surgical technologist accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies and the American College of Surgeons and the Association of Surgical Technologists; if certification as a surgical technologist has not be obtained as of the date of hire, the certification will be obtained within 12 months of the graduation date from the educational program OR was employed as a surgical technologist in a surgical facility on or before July 1, 2013; OR has completed a surgical technologist training program in the military or other public service corps.
• Must be Certified as Surgical Technologist or meets other Education Requirements stated above.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

• Additional Job Description
• Remote Type Onsite
• Work Location 81 Highland Avenue
• Scheduled Weekly Hours 40
• Employee Type Regular
• Work Shift Rotating (United States of America)
• Pay Range $33.25 - $38.15/Hourly
• Grade 4

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EEO Statement:

3200 North Shore Medical Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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