Surgical Technologist: OR Setup & Sterile Processing

WVU Medicine; Charleston, Northern (WV, KY); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

THOM Thomas Hospitals in South Charleston, WV, is seeking a PRN Surgical Technologist to support the operating room team. The role involves assisting with surgical cases, maintaining sterile technique, and ensuring patient safety under RN/physician supervision.

Responsibilities include instrument handling, patient positioning, and OR turnover, with emphasis on aseptic practices and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• BLS Certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Current licensure as an LPN or completion of WVU Surg Tech Trainee program with 6 months in job, or completion of a surg tech program, or RN program, or two years of scrub experience.

Responsibilities

• Set up for scheduled cases with needed supplies and instrumentation.
• Assist in safe transport and proper positioning of patients to the OR.
• Verify surgical site and procedure per safety protocols.
• Scrub and gown/don sterile gloves as required.
• Pass instruments/sharps to the surgeon during procedures.
• Assist in cleaning up the OR and restocking supplies.
• Assist with endoscopic procedures including positioning and disinfection of equipment.
• Decontaminate instruments and monitor autoclave function.
• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Assist RN/Physician as needed.

Skills

Sterile technique

Operating room setup

Aseptic technique

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

BLS Certification within 30 days

LPN licensure / Surg Tech or RN pathway

Job description

THOM Thomas Hospitals in South Charleston, WV, is seeking a PRN Surgical Technologist to support the operating room team. The role involves assisting with surgical cases, maintaining sterile technique, and ensuring patient safety under RN/physician supervision.

Responsibilities include instrument handling, patient positioning, and OR turnover, with emphasis on aseptic practices and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.