Surgical Technologist - OR Team, Growth & Robotics

Indiana University Health; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist for the Fort Wayne Hospital. The role focuses on ensuring the presence and proper arrangement of surgical equipment, supplies and instrumentation, with support before, during, and after procedures.

You will assist surgeons in the operating room and participate in OR turnover, collaborating closely with anesthesiologists, RNs and other surgical staff while maintaining sterile technique and adhering to state requirements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• NBSTSA Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) within four months of employment.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Ability to resource advanced technology.
• 15 continuing education units annually as required by state law.
• Knowledge of various surgical procedures to anticipate surgeon needs within 12 months.
• Knowledge of surgical equipment and instrumentation.
• Strict adherence to sterile field policies and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain sterile field and organize equipment, supplies and instrumentation in the OR prior to each operation.
• Assist the surgeon in the operating room as allowed by professional and legal standards.
• Turnover the operating room after the procedure, ensuring proper routing and processing of specimens, equipment, instrumentation and supplies.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, registered nurses and other surgical personnel as part of the surgical team.

Skills

Sterile technique

Surgical equipment knowledge

Team collaboration

Tech adaptability

Procedural knowledge

Education

NBSTSA Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

High School Diploma or GED

CEU compliance 15 annually

Job description

Indiana University Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist for the Fort Wayne Hospital. The role focuses on ensuring the presence and proper arrangement of surgical equipment, supplies and instrumentation, with support before, during, and after procedures.

You will assist surgeons in the operating room and participate in OR turnover, collaborating closely with anesthesiologists, RNs and other surgical staff while maintaining sterile technique and adhering to state requirements.