Surgical Technologist - Surgery Center

Lutheran Health Network; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $25K

Relocation assistance available

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vis

401(k) with matching

Student Loan Repayment up to $10,000

No weekends or holidays

Job summary

Lutheran Health Network is seeking aCertified Surgical Technologist to join the operating room team. This role supports safe patient care by preparing sterile fields, handling instruments, and aiding the surgical team in routine OR activities.

The position emphasizes adherence to infection control, instrument management, and collaboration with perioperative staff to ensure efficient procedures and high-quality care for patients in a full-time dayshift role.

Qualifications

• CST, BLS certifications required.
• 0–2 years operating room experience required.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the operating room with instruments and supplies for each procedure.
• Maintain a sterile field and follow aseptic techniques throughout surgeries.
• Anticipate surgeon needs and pass instruments and supplies quickly and accurately.
• Handle instruments per policy including inspection, cleaning, and sterilization.
• Assist with sponge, needle, and instrument counts to support patient safety.
• Assist with patient positioning and draping under RN direction.
• Support maintenance of physician preference cards and procedural documentation.
• Restock supplies, clean and return equipment, and prep rooms for next cases.

Skills

Sterile technique

Instrumentation handling

Infection control

Teamwork

Patient safety

Medical equipment knowledge

Education

Associate Degree in Surgical Technology

Technical School diploma in Surgical Technology

Job description

Certified Surgical Technologist

Position Type: Full Time - 40 hours a week, days shift M-F

• up to $25K SIGN ON BONUS
• Relocation assistance available
• 401(k) with matching
• Student Loan Repayment: Up to $10,000
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. No weekends or holidays!

Benefits

• up to $25K SIGN ON BONUS
• Relocation assistance available
• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• 401(k) with matching
• Student Loan Repayment: Up to $10,000
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package. No weekends or holidays!

Job Summary

The Surgical Technician – Certified works collaboratively with the surgical team to facilitate safe, effective, and high-quality patient care in the operating room. This role prepares and maintains the sterile field, anticipates surgical team needs, and ensures proper handling of surgical instruments and supplies. The Surgical Technician – Certified also supports OR efficiency through equipment readiness, inventory management, and adherence to infection prevention protocols.

Essential Functions

• Prepares the operating room by ensuring surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies are properly set up and available based on the procedure and physician preference card.
• Maintains a sterile field throughout the surgical procedure, applying principles of Universal Precautions, asepsis, and sterile technique.
• Anticipates the needs of the surgeon, passing instruments and supplies accurately and efficiently during surgical procedures.
• Handles surgical instruments and equipment according to manufacturer instructions and hospital policy, including inspection, point-of-use cleaning, and sterilization.
• Performs and documents sponge, needle, and instrument counts in collaboration with the circulating nurse to support patient safety.
• Assists with patient positioning, draping, and transfer under the direction of the RN to ensure patient safety and procedural readiness.
• Supports ongoing maintenance and accuracy of physician preference cards and procedural documentation.
• Restocks supplies, cleans and returns equipment to designated storage areas, and prepares rooms for subsequent cases to ensure OR efficiency.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

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

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Expertise in surgical techniques, instrumentation, and sterile processing.
• Ability to anticipate the needs of the surgical team and respond quickly during procedures.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to maintain efficient workflow.
• Knowledge of regulatory and accreditation standards, including safety and infection control protocols.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with the perioperative team.
• Commitment to patient safety and high-quality care.

Licenses and Certifications

• CST - Certified Surgical Technologist required
• BLS - Basic Life Support required