Surgical Technologist

Job Summary:

The Surgical Services OR Tech / Surgical Tech provides essential support in the operating room by assisting with surgical procedures, ensuring proper equipment setup, and maintaining a sterile environment. This role supports a variety of cases including outpatient, orthopedic, neurological, and vascular surgeries. The OR Tech collaborates closely with surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to facilitate efficient and safe surgical care. At least one year of experience is required, and the position demands strong attention to detail, adaptability, and the ability to work in a fast-paced acute care setting.

• Prepare operating rooms for surgical procedures by setting up instruments, equipment, and sterile drapes.
• Assist surgeons and surgical teams during operations by passing instruments and supplies.
• Maintain sterile field and ensure compliance with infection control protocols.
• Manage surgical instruments and equipment, including cleaning and sterilization processes.
• Support patient positioning and safety during surgical procedures.
• Assist with inventory management and restocking of surgical supplies.
• Document surgical activities accurately using Epic electronic charting system.
• Respond to on-call requests and provide coverage as scheduled, including night and weekend shifts.

• Minimum of 1 year of experience as a Surgical Tech or OR Tech.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Ability to work in outpatient, orthopedic, neuro, and vascular surgical settings.
• Strong knowledge of sterile techniques and OR protocols.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to respond within 20 minutes when on-call.

• Experience with inpatient and trauma surgical cases.
• National certification as a Surgical Technologist (not required).
• Familiarity with Epic electronic medical records system.

• Must be available for one weeknight on-call shift per week and every 2nd or 3rd weekend day (Saturday or Sunday) from 07:00 to 07:00 with a 20-minute response time.
• Work primarily in a short-term acute care hospital environment with 80 staffed beds.
• Adherence to facility's RTO (Request Time Off) policy is required; all RTO must be submitted with application.
• Scrub color coding follows hospital policy (e.g., L&D/OR/PACU scrubs provided).
• Free parking available.

• Three 12-hour day shifts per week, typically starting at 11:00 AM.
• Weekend work required, approximately three weekends per schedule.
• Night shift coverage may be required occasionally within the contract.
• Block scheduling accommodation not available.