Surgical Technologist – PRN OR Team + 401(k) Match

Gadsden Regional Medical Center; Gadsden (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Gadsden Regional Medical Center in Gadsden, AL seeks a PRN Surgical Technologist to support the operating room team during procedures. The role focuses on sterile field preparation, instrument handling, and assisting the surgeon and perioperative staff to ensure patient safety.

You will maintain aseptic technique, manage instrument counts, and help with positioning and draping. The position requires a technical school certificate or an associate degree in surgical technology and 0-2 years OR

Qualifications

• Technical School graduate of Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing program required or
• Associate Degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences required
• 0-2 years of operating room surgical technician experience required

Responsibilities

• Prepares and maintains the operating room for surgical cases, ensuring all equipment, instruments, and supplies are properly organized and available by applying principles of Universal Precautions, asepsis, and sterile technique.
• Assists the surgical team by anticipating the needs of the surgeon and passing instruments and supplies accurately and efficiently.
• Handles surgical instruments according to their instructions for use and ensures proper sterilization, inspection, and assembly.
• Performs point-of-use cleaning and carefully handles instruments in compliance with infection control and professional standards. Performs sponge, needle, and instrument counts with the circulating nurse to ensure patient safety.
• Assists in patient positioning, draping, and transfer methods to ensure safety and comfort during procedures.
• Maintains and updates physician preference cards, ensuring accurate supplies and instruments are available for procedures.
• Cleans, reprocesses, and sterilizes surgical instruments and equipment following established protocols.
• Contributes to perioperative team efficiency by restocking supplies, returning equipment to storage, and ensuring operating rooms are ready for subsequent cases.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Surgical procedures knowledge

Aseptic technique

Infection prevention

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Technical School certificate in Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing

Associate Degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences

Job description

Gadsden Regional Medical Center in Gadsden, AL seeks a PRN Surgical Technologist to support the operating room team during procedures. The role focuses on sterile field preparation, instrument handling, and assisting the surgeon and perioperative staff to ensure patient safety.

You will maintain aseptic technique, manage instrument counts, and help with positioning and draping. The position requires a technical school certificate or an associate degree in surgical technology and 0-2 years OR