Surgical Technologist — OR Support & Intraoperative Care

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation is seeking a surgical technologist to assist the operating team by arranging and maintaining a sterile setup, passing instruments, and aiding in exposure and hemostasis during procedures.

The role requires NBSTSA CST certification and completion of a CAAHEP-accredited surgical technology program, with TN-specific pathways including grandfathering options and CE requirements.

Qualifications

• Must hold NBSTSA CST certification.
• Completion of a CAAHEP-accredited surgical technology program.
• NBSTSA certifying exam passed.
• Grandfathering provisions under TN Code Ann. 68-57-102(a).
• TN CE requirement: 15 CEs annually for employment at BMHCC (exemption for certified CSTs).

Responsibilities

• Assist surgical team during procedures with arranging, inventorying and maintaining sterile setup.
• Assist in preparation of the surgical suite and patient movement.
• Provide aid in exposure and homeostasis to support the surgeon.
• Safely and adequately use equipment and supplies based on patient needs.
• Participate in ongoing educational activities and complete assigned goals.

Skills

Sterile technique

Intraoperative care

Equipment handling

Team assistance

Education

NBSTSA CST certification

CAAHEP-accredited surgical technology program

NBSTSA exam passed

TN grandfathering option

Tools

Surgical instruments

Job description

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation is seeking a surgical technologist to assist the operating team by arranging and maintaining a sterile setup, passing instruments, and aiding in exposure and hemostasis during procedures.

The role requires NBSTSA CST certification and completion of a CAAHEP-accredited surgical technology program, with TN-specific pathways including grandfathering options and CE requirements.