Surgical Technologist - Operating Room - Multiple Shifts Available

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 27,965 - 45,460; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Robust educational assistance programs

Generous paid time off

Employee assistance and wellness programs

Paid parental leave

Job summary

A major healthcare provider in Birmingham seeks a Surgical Technologist to assist surgical teams and ensure the operating environment is prepared. You will scrub and assist during procedures, prepare necessary equipment, and adhere to patient care regulations. Candidates should have a high school diploma and should have completed a Surgical Technologist program or equivalent experience. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required shortly after hiring. This role offers a chance to work in a top-tier surgical department with excellent opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of a Surgical Technologist program or relevant experience.
• Certified upon completion or eligible for certification.

Responsibilities

• Scrub and assist surgical team during procedures.
• Prepare and maintain medical equipment for surgeries.
• Follow hospital regulations regarding patient care.

Skills

Surgical assistance

Patient care

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Surgical procedure knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate of a Surgical Technologist program

Job description

Position Overview

Pay range: $20.30 - $33.00 / hour

Shifts: Full-Time AM: 5 8-hour shifts per week, Full-Time AM: 4 10-hour shifts per week, Full-Time AM: 3 12-hour shifts per week, Full Time PM: 3 12-hours shifts per week, Full-Time PM: 4 10- hours shifts per week

Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.

Job Highlights

As part of our Perioperative Services, you'll work in one of the nation's largest and most dynamic surgical departments dedicated to advancing surgical care, featuring more than 60 state-of-the-art operating suites where more than 41,000 surgeries are completed annually. Our team excels in clinical excellence, teamwork, and innovation, managing complex cases with cutting‑edge technology, including iMRI ORs and a robotics surgery program that is among the largest of its kind in the Southeast with the highest patient volume in the country. You'll collaborate with world‑class surgeons and an interdisciplinary care team, including pre-and-post‑procedural and OR staff, who are all committed to delivering exceptional patient outcomes and the highest quality care. You’ll have opportunities for growth and connection in a culture that consistently redefines perioperative excellence.

Job Description

To scrub and assist surgical team during basic surgical procedures. To prepare and maintain the environment, medical equipment and supplies for surgical procedures. To follow hospital regulations and industry procedures regarding patient care. To pre‑operatively prepare the patient. To transport patient to and from the operating room as required.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required. Graduate of a Surgical Technologist program or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience. Certified upon completion of the Surgical Technologist program or eligible to sit for certification within six months of being hired.

Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) is required or should be obtained within 30 days of employment. Depending on the unit/department, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification and/or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) may be required.

Why Work at UAB Medicine

We are UAB Medicine, Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world‑class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting‑edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.1 million patients each year – from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, more than 67 other sites of care, and a team of over 2,200 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital – ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s only ACS‑verified Level I adult trauma center and Magnet‑designated hospital – along with UAB Hospital‑Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent’s hospitals serving central Alabama.

UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award‑winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking the fast‑paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close‑knitted environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission‑driven organization committed to delivering life‑changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry‑leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.