TECH - OR/SURGICAL

Universal Hospital Services Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift diff pay

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off & holidays

Tuition reimbursement & certification

Commute subsidy

Job summary

GW Hospital in Washington, DC seeks an OR Surgical Technologist to prepare the operating room, assist with procedures, and ensure proper handling of instruments throughout the surgical process.

The role requires setup of sterile fields, passing instruments to surgeons, maintaining sterile technique, and contributing to turnover between cases. BLS is required; CST is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalency.
• Completion of an accredited surgical technology program or degree from an accredited nursing program or equivalent.
• Certification as a Surgical Technologist (CST) by NBSTSA is preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• The OR Surgical Technologist prepares the operating room, assists with surgical procedures, and ensures proper handling and availability of instruments and equipment throughout the surgical process.
• Set up surgical instruments, equipment, and sterile fields prior to procedures.
• Assist surgeons and RNs during surgical procedures by passing instruments and supplies.
• Maintain sterile technique and monitor operating room conditions.
• Perform instrument counts and ensure accurate documentation.
• Assist in turnover and restocking of surgical suites.
• Collaborate with nursing and supply chain teams to ensure readiness.
• Support infection control practices and adherence to safety protocols.

Skills

BLS certification

CST preferred

Education

High School diploma or equivalency

Accredited surgical technology program or nursing degree

Job description

Responsibilities

Unit Overview

The Operating Room at GW Hospital includes 17 state-of-the-art surgical suites that support complex procedures including trauma, neuro, ortho, robotics, and open-heart surgeries. Our surgical technologists are critical team members who support efficiency, safety, and positive patient outcomes.

Position Summary

The OR Surgical Technologist prepares the operating room, assists with surgical procedures, and ensures proper handling and availability of instruments and equipment throughout the surgical process.

Main Tasks

• Set up surgical instruments, equipment, and sterile fields prior to procedures
• Assist surgeons and RNs during surgical procedures by passing instruments and supplies
• Maintain sterile technique and monitor operating room conditions
• Perform instrument counts and ensure accurate documentation
• Assist in the turnover and restocking of surgical suites
• Collaborate with nursing and supply chain teams to ensure readiness
• Support infection control practices and adherence to safety protocols

Benefits Summary

• Competitive hourly pay with shift differentials
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Tuition reimbursement and certification assistance
• $100 monthly commute subsidy
• Team-focused, inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalency
• Completion of an accredited surgical technology program or degree from an accredited nursing program or equivalent
• Certification as a Surgical Technologist (CST) by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) is preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required

About GW Hospital

The George Washington University Hospital (GW Hospital) is a 395-bed tertiary care, academic medical center located in downtown Washington, DC, next to the Foggy Bottom metro. GW Hospital serves a diverse group of patients—from residents to our nation’s leaders. As an academic medical center, GW Hospital has the resources and clinical expertise necessary to provide specialized, complex care. This expertise includes cardiac, cancer, neurosciences, women’s health, trauma, and advanced surgery including robotic and minimally invasive surgery. https://www.gwhospital.com/

GW Hospital is jointly owned and operated by George Washington University and a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS). The GW School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS), adjacent to the hospital, is the 11th oldest medical center in the country and the first in the nation’s capital.

The mission of GW Hospital is to provide the highest quality healthcare, advanced medical technology, and world-class service to its patients in an academic medical center dedicated to education and research.

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance, growing since its inception into a Fortune 500 corporation. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 99,000 employees. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates 28 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, 60 outpatient and other facilities in 39 U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.