Surgical Technologist OR Care Specialist Day Shift $10K Sign-On

Emerson Health; Concord (MA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson Health in Massachusetts is seeking a Surgical Technologist for the Operating Room to join our perioperative team. You will prepare the OR, maintain sterile technique, and assist surgeons and anesthesia staff to ensure procedures run safely and smoothly.

This hands-on, leadership-driven role may include serving as a subject matter expert and precepting new scrub personnel. NBSTSA certification is required unless grandfathered by MA law; BLS within 6 months; 2+ years of experience

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• At least 2 years of surgical technologist experience preferred.
• NBSTSA Certification in Surgical Technology required unless grandfathered per Massachusetts law.
• BLS certification within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the OR for procedures by gathering instruments, supplies, and equipment based on surgeon preference cards.
• Set up and maintain sterile fields, ensuring aseptic technique.
• Anticipate surgeon needs, passing instruments, sutures, and supplies efficiently.
• Assist in positioning patients and supporting the anesthesia team.
• Handle medication setup on the sterile field according to policy and surgeon instructions.
• Perform safety protocols such as counts.
• Prepare specimens and contaminated instrumentation for processing.
• Assist in room turnover and prep for the next case.
• Support patient rights, dignity, and safety at every step.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Education

NBSTSA Certification in Surgical Technology

BLS Certification

Job description

Emerson Health in Massachusetts is seeking a Surgical Technologist for the Operating Room to join our perioperative team. You will prepare the OR, maintain sterile technique, and assist surgeons and anesthesia staff to ensure procedures run safely and smoothly.

This hands-on, leadership-driven role may include serving as a subject matter expert and precepting new scrub personnel. NBSTSA certification is required unless grandfathered by MA law; BLS within 6 months; 2+ years of experience