Surgical Technician - OR
About The Position
Jackson Purchase Medical Center is seeking a full-time Surgical Technician for its Operating Room. The role is part of a collaborative Surgical Services team that provides safe, high-quality surgical care across a variety of specialties in a fast-paced, patient-focused acute care hospital. The technician prepares and maintains sterile environments and assists surgeons during procedures while supporting patient safety and efficient operating-room operations. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with 8-hour day shifts. Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent and graduate from an accredited Surgical Technology program. A Certified Surgical Technologist credential is required, or the candidate must be eligible to obtain it within a specified timeframe. Current BLS certification is required within 30 days of hire.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Graduation from an accredited Surgical Technology program.
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential, or eligibility to obtain it within a specified timeframe.
- Current BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
- Knowledge of sterile techniques, surgical procedures, and instrumentation.
- Strong attention to detail, teamwork, and communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and maintain a sterile surgical environment, including instruments, equipment, and supplies.
- Assist surgeons during procedures by passing instruments and anticipating surgical needs.
- Perform surgical counts of instruments, sponges, and supplies to ensure patient safety.
- Handle, label, and maintain specimens according to protocol.
- Clean, sterilize, and restock surgical instruments and operating rooms according to procedures.
Benefits
- Multiple levels of medical, dental, and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
- Life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance.
- Short- and long-term disability coverage.
- Paid family leave and paid time off.
- Higher education and certification tuition assistance.
- Loan assistance.
- 401(k) retirement package with company match.
- Wellness programs, including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
- Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
- Free parking.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
