Surgical Tech

OrthoVirginia • Westchester, IL

2d • $29 - $43

About The Position

OrthoVirginia is seeking a Surgical Technologist to support surgeons and perioperative teams in a collaborative surgical setting. The role is responsible for preparing instruments, equipment, implants, and supplies; maintaining the sterile field; supporting surgeons during procedures; and helping ensure patient safety and efficient operating room operations. The Surgical Technologist works closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, nurses, and other team members, contributing to procedure readiness, room turnover, instrument quality, and adherence to organizational and regulatory standards.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited Surgical Technology program.
• Current certification as a Surgical Technologist (CST).
• At least 1 year of surgical tech experience in a hospital or ambulatory surgery setting.
• Strong working knowledge of sterile technique, surgical instrumentation, and operating room procedures.
• Ability to maintain focus, precision, and efficiency in a fast-paced surgical environment.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and patient-centered service skills.

Nice To Haves

• Orthopedic and/or specialty surgery experience.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, inspect, and organize surgical instruments, equipment, implants, and supplies before procedures.
• Verify operating room readiness and ensure required materials are available, functional, and set up for each procedure.
• Perform surgical counts and support patient preparation activities.
• Establish and maintain a sterile environment, applying aseptic technique and infection prevention practices.
• Monitor the sterile field and take action to preserve surgical integrity.
• Serve as the scrub technician during surgical and invasive procedures.
• Anticipate surgeon needs by preparing, passing, and managing instruments, supplies, and equipment.
• Respond to changing procedural needs while maintaining patient safety and workflow.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, nurses, and other perioperative team members.
• Assist with patient positioning, sterile draping, and procedural setup.
• Support efficient room turnover between cases.
• Handle, transport, and prepare instruments for decontamination and sterilization according to established protocols.
• Inspect instruments and equipment for functionality and identify repair or replacement needs.
• Help maintain inventory levels and procedural supplies.
• Follow patient safety protocols, including surgical site verification and procedural time-outs.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, team meetings, competency validation, and continuing education activities.
• Uphold regulatory, accreditation, and organizational standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed