Surgical Technologist - Per Diem

MaineGeneral Health•Waterville, ME

7d•Onsite

About The Position

MaineGeneral is hiring a Surgical Technologist to join our team at the Thayer Center for Health in Waterville — and new graduates are encouraged to apply! Step into a rewarding career as part of our dedicated surgical team, where you’ll work alongside highly skilled surgeons in spacious, well-lit operating rooms designed for both patient and staff comfort. Our state-of-the-art facilities feature advanced surgical technology, including robotics, allowing you to grow your skills in an innovative, fast-paced environment where your work truly makes a difference.

Requirements

Completion of an accredited post-secondary Surgical Technology program.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to deliver high-quality patient care, work collaboratively within a surgical team, and provide exceptional customer service.
A dedication to maintaining high standards of patient care and professionalism, contributing to a positive, supportive surgical environment.
Interest in ongoing learning and staying current with advances in surgical technology, techniques, and best practices.
Basic Life Support (BLS): Required within 6 months of hire.

Nice To Haves

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) preferred.
New Graduates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Prepares surgical operating suite with drapes, solutions, instruments, equipment, and supplies.
Ensures good working order of equipment and instruments.
Assists with preparing, transporting, positioning, and draping patients.
Passes instruments to the physician during surgery.
Continually accounts for the number and location of instruments and supplies during surgery.
Receives and processes specimens for delivery to the laboratory.