Technologist-Surgical Skilled - Main OR

IU Health; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 46,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

IU Health's Regional Academic Health Center in Bloomington seeks a Surgical Technologist for a full-time OR role. Four 10-hour shifts from 7:00 am to 5:30 pm, with weekends and holidays required. You will support surgeons, ensure sterile technique, and manage instruments and supplies.

Requirements include a High School Diploma/GED, NBSTSA CST within four months, and BLS, plus ongoing CEU commitments.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Certification as Surgical Technologist (NBSTSA) within four months of employment.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Ability to access and utilize advanced surgical technology.
• Must complete 15 continuing education units annually as mandated.

Responsibilities

• Prepare operating room prior to procedures.
• Assist the surgeon and team during operations.
• Maintain sterile field and proper handling of instruments.
• Assist in turnover and proper processing of specimens and supplies.

Skills

Surgical teamwork

Sterile technique

Equipment readiness

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

NBSTSA CST within 4 months

Job description

Overview

Nestled adjacent to the scenic Indiana University campus, the Regional Academic Health Center (RAHC) in Bloomington stands as a beacon of cutting‑edge medical care. Boasting 13 state-of-the-art operating rooms spanning various specialties, our facility hosts a dynamic range of services. From our thriving Robotic Program to General Surgery, Gynecology, Urology, Orthopedics, Plastics, Podiatry, Ear, Nose, and Throat, Neurosurgery, and Cardiovascular Surgery, we cater to diverse medical needs.

Functioning as a Level III trauma center, the RAHC plays a pivotal role in supporting South Central Indiana, emphasizing top‑tier patient care and favorable outcomes. We actively seek individuals driven by passion and excellence to join our inclusive team committed to delivering unparalleled patient experiences.

This is a full time shift working 4 10's from 7:00am-5:30pm. Weekend and holiday required.

Surgical Skilled Technologists provide service and support before, during, and after surgical procedures. Assists in ensuring the presence and proper arrangement of surgical equipment, supplies and instrumentation in the operating room prior to each operation. Provides assistance to the surgeon in the operating room as allowed by professional and legal standards. Assists in the turnover of the operating room after the procedure ensuring proper routing and/or processing of all specimens, equipment, instrumentation and supplies. Works as a member of the surgical team with surgeons, anesthesiologists, registered nurses, and other surgical personnel.

• Requires a High School Diploma/GED.


• Requires certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist obtained from the NBSTSA within four months of employment.


• Requires Basic Life Support Certification.


• Requires the ability to resource advanced technology.


• Requires 15 continuing education units annually as required by state law.


• Requires knowledge of various surgical procedures in order to anticipate the needs of the surgeon and to recognize the problems encountered by the surgeon within 12 months of employment.


• Requires knowledge of name and function of surgical equipment and instrumentation.


• Requires strict adherence to policies and regulations regarding maintenance of sterile field.