Surgical Technologist: OR Prep & Sterile Instrument Specialist

MEP Health; Lancaster (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

MEP Health is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist to support surgical procedures in an academic medical setting. The role involves preparing operating rooms, maintaining sterile fields, and ensuring readiness of instruments and supplies.

Key duties include assisting surgeons and nursing staff, following infection control standards, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and supporting resident and student education during cases.

Qualifications

• Certified Surgical Technologist credential required.
• Strong knowledge of sterile processing and surgical instrumentation.
• Ability to work effectively in high-acuity, fast-paced environments.
• Commitment to patient safety, infection prevention, and quality standards.
• Professional teamwork and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up operating rooms and maintain sterile fields throughout procedures.
• Arrange, inspect, and manage surgical instruments and supplies.
• Assist surgeons and nursing staff during procedures.
• Follow all safety, infection control, and related compliance standards.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.
• Support resident and student education during surgical cases.

Skills

Surgical Technologist credential

Sterile processing knowledge

Instrument handling

Patient safety & infection control

Teamwork & communication

Job description

MEP Health is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist to support surgical procedures in an academic medical setting. The role involves preparing operating rooms, maintaining sterile fields, and ensuring readiness of instruments and supplies.

Key duties include assisting surgeons and nursing staff, following infection control standards, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, and supporting resident and student education during cases.