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The Surgical Technician – Certified works collaboratively with the surgical team to facilitate safe, effective, and high-quality patient care in the operating room. This role prepares and maintains the sterile field, anticipates surgical team needs, and ensures proper handling of surgical instruments and supplies. The Surgical Technician – Certified also supports OR efficiency through equipment readiness, inventory management, and adherence to infection prevention protocols. Job Summary
Evening shift
The Surgical Technician – Certified works collaboratively with the surgical team to facilitate safe, effective, and high-quality patient care in the operating room. This role prepares and maintains the sterile field, anticipates surgical team needs, and ensures proper handling of surgical instruments and supplies. The Surgical Technician – Certified also supports OR efficiency through equipment readiness, inventory management, and adherence to infection prevention protocols.
Essential Functions
Prepares the operating room by ensuring surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies are properly set up and available based on the procedure and physician preference card. Maintains a sterile field throughout the surgical procedure, applying principles of Universal Precautions, asepsis, and sterile technique. Anticipates the needs of the surgeon, passing instruments and supplies accurately and efficiently during surgical procedures. Handles surgical instruments and equipment according to manufacturer instructions and hospital policy, including inspection, point-of-use cleaning, and sterilization. Performs and documents sponge, needle, and instrument counts in collaboration with the circulating nurse to support patient safety. Assists with patient positioning, draping, and transfer under the direction of the RN to ensure patient safety and procedural readiness. Supports ongoing maintenance and accuracy of physician preference cards and procedural documentation. Restocks supplies, cleans and returns equipment to designated storage areas, and prepares rooms for subsequent cases to ensure OR efficiency. Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
Technical School graduate of Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing program required or Associate Degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences required 0-2 years of operating room surgical technician experience required
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Expertise in surgical techniques, instrumentation, and sterile processing. Ability to anticipate the needs of the surgical team and respond quickly during procedures. Strong organizational and time management skills to maintain efficient workflow. Knowledge of regulatory and accreditation standards, including safety and infection control protocols. Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with the perioperative team. Commitment to patient safety and high-quality care.
Licenses and Certifications
CST - Certified Surgical Technologist required BCLS - Basic Life Support required
State Specific Requirements
Tennessee: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) required. Texas: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) required.
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OB Surgical Tech L&D
role at
Flowers Hospital 2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
OB Surgical Tech L&D
role at
Flowers Hospital Evening shift
The Surgical Technician – Certified works collaboratively with the surgical team to facilitate safe, effective, and high-quality patient care in the operating room. This role prepares and maintains the sterile field, anticipates surgical team needs, and ensures proper handling of surgical instruments and supplies. The Surgical Technician – Certified also supports OR efficiency through equipment readiness, inventory management, and adherence to infection prevention protocols. Job Summary
Evening shift
The Surgical Technician – Certified works collaboratively with the surgical team to facilitate safe, effective, and high-quality patient care in the operating room. This role prepares and maintains the sterile field, anticipates surgical team needs, and ensures proper handling of surgical instruments and supplies. The Surgical Technician – Certified also supports OR efficiency through equipment readiness, inventory management, and adherence to infection prevention protocols.
Essential Functions
Prepares the operating room by ensuring surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies are properly set up and available based on the procedure and physician preference card. Maintains a sterile field throughout the surgical procedure, applying principles of Universal Precautions, asepsis, and sterile technique. Anticipates the needs of the surgeon, passing instruments and supplies accurately and efficiently during surgical procedures. Handles surgical instruments and equipment according to manufacturer instructions and hospital policy, including inspection, point-of-use cleaning, and sterilization. Performs and documents sponge, needle, and instrument counts in collaboration with the circulating nurse to support patient safety. Assists with patient positioning, draping, and transfer under the direction of the RN to ensure patient safety and procedural readiness. Supports ongoing maintenance and accuracy of physician preference cards and procedural documentation. Restocks supplies, cleans and returns equipment to designated storage areas, and prepares rooms for subsequent cases to ensure OR efficiency. Performs other duties as assigned. Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
Technical School graduate of Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing program required or Associate Degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences required 0-2 years of operating room surgical technician experience required
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Expertise in surgical techniques, instrumentation, and sterile processing. Ability to anticipate the needs of the surgical team and respond quickly during procedures. Strong organizational and time management skills to maintain efficient workflow. Knowledge of regulatory and accreditation standards, including safety and infection control protocols. Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with the perioperative team. Commitment to patient safety and high-quality care.
Licenses and Certifications
CST - Certified Surgical Technologist required BCLS - Basic Life Support required
State Specific Requirements
Tennessee: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) required. Texas: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) required.
Seniority level
Seniority level Entry level Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
Job function Health Care Provider Industries Hospitals and Health Care Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Flowers Hospital by 2x Get notified about new Surgical Technician jobs in
Dothan, AL . Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - Wiregrass Surgical Associates
Part-Time Medical Assistant - Cottonwood Location
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