Surgical Technologist: OR Support & Patient Safety

Northside Hospital; Lawrenceville, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Northside Hospital is a leading healthcare provider in Atlanta, offering opportunities for Surgical Technologists across diverse unit settings. The role focuses on instrument handling, safety, and assisting surgical teams during procedures.

Candidates should have a surgical technology program background, BLS certification, and either one year of experience or up to three years in an OR environment; color vision screening may be required by unit.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or post-secondary education.
• Must hold American Heart Association’s Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS).
• Visual color acuity screening as required for specific units.
• Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program with one year of experience as a Surgical Technologist, or three years in an Operating Room setting.

Responsibilities

• Handles instruments, supplies, and equipment during the surgical procedure.
• Provides technical assistance and support to medical/surgical staff during surgery and turnover.
• Specializes in multiple surgical services lines and may work with neonates, pediatrics, adults and geriatrics.

Skills

BLS certification

Education

High school diploma / GED / post-secondary education

Graduated from accredited surgical technology program

Job description

Northside Hospital is a leading healthcare provider in Atlanta, offering opportunities for Surgical Technologists across diverse unit settings. The role focuses on instrument handling, safety, and assisting surgical teams during procedures.

Candidates should have a surgical technology program background, BLS certification, and either one year of experience or up to three years in an OR environment; color vision screening may be required by unit.