Surgical Technologist I – Operating Room

WakeMed Health & Hospitals•Cary, NC

About The Position

If you’re passionate about being hands-on in the OR and want to be part of a team that truly makes a difference, this role might be your perfect fit. As a Surgical Technologist, you’ll be a key player in helping our surgeons and nurses deliver safe, seamless care for patients of all ages. You’ll keep the OR running smoothly, make sure equipment is ready to roll, and use your sterile technique expertise to support procedures from start to finish. What You’ll Do Set up, maintain, and manage sterile environments to keep patients safe Assist surgeons and RNs during procedures, ensuring the right tools are ready at the right time Help maintain equipment and operating room readiness Apply your knowledge of anatomy, surgical procedures, and technology every day Support a wide variety of cases—ortho experience is a plus, but not required Why You’ll Love Working Here 💸 Sign-on bonus/relocation up to $15,000 for qualified candidates Newly adjusted salary rates Career ladder for Surgical Techs I–IV Comprehensive benefits + tuition reimbursement Eligible for Public Service Loan Forgiveness Free onsite parking Tons of professional development opportunities Department Description Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is the leading provider of health services in Wake County. With a mission to improve the health and well-being of our community, we are committed to providing outstanding and compassionate care. For more information, visit www.wakemed.org. EOE

Requirements

Certified Surgical Technologist Required - Or Tech In Surgery Required
High School Diploma or Equivalent Required - And Graduate Surgical Technology Required - Or Military - Surgical Technology Required
No Experience Required

Nice To Haves

ortho experience is a plus, but not required

Responsibilities

Set up, maintain, and manage sterile environments to keep patients safe
Assist surgeons and RNs during procedures, ensuring the right tools are ready at the right time
Help maintain equipment and operating room readiness
Apply your knowledge of anatomy, surgical procedures, and technology every day
Support a wide variety of cases