Surgical Technologist - OR Contract Support

Retired Nurses; Michigan; On-site; USD 68,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Housing

Meals/incidental expenses

Job summary

Retired Nurses is seeking a certified surgical technologist or operating room technician to support surgical teams on a contract basis. You will prepare ORs, assist surgeons and nurses, and maintain sterile fields with rigorous infection control.

Ideal candidates hold CST or ORT certification, BLS, and OR experience. You will remain calm under pressure, stay organized, and contribute to timely, safe patient care in a collaborative hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Must possess CST or ORT certification and BLS.
• Experience in an operating room or surgical suite preferred.
• Strong aseptic technique and infection control knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Prepare operating rooms for surgeries and ensure instruments and supplies are sterile and ready.
• Assist surgeons and nurses before, during, and after procedures with instruments and materials.
• Maintain sterile fields and accurate counts of sponges, needles, and instruments.
• Follow infection control guidelines and hospital protocols.
• Collaborate with OR staff to ensure smooth workflow and patient care.
• Document procedures and instrument usage accurately.

Skills

Operating room experience

Aseptic technique

Calm under pressure

Communication skills

Education

Surgical Technologist Certification (CST) or Operating Room Technician (ORT)

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Retired Nurses is seeking a certified surgical technologist or operating room technician to support surgical teams on a contract basis. You will prepare ORs, assist surgeons and nurses, and maintain sterile fields with rigorous infection control.

Ideal candidates hold CST or ORT certification, BLS, and OR experience. You will remain calm under pressure, stay organized, and contribute to timely, safe patient care in a collaborative hospital setting.