Hartford Hospital
Surgical Technologist (CST) - Orthopedic Operating Room
Hartford Hospital, Hartford, Connecticut, us, 06112
Surgical Technologist (CST) – Orthopedic Operating Room
Location: 32 Seymour – Bone & Joint Inst (10341)
Shift: Monday‑Friday, 4 10‑hour shifts 7 am‑5:30 pm; Weekend/weeknight/holiday call obligation. Sign‑on bonus offered (restrictions apply).
Hartford Hospital is a Level 1 Trauma Center and part of Hartford HealthCare’s Bone & Joint Institute (BJI), a leading provider of musculoskeletal and orthopedic care.
Job Description While maximizing patient safety, provide service and support before, during, and after surgical procedures. Ensure the presence and proper arrangement of surgical equipment and supplies for each operation, assist the surgeon during the operation as allowed by professional and legal standards, and assist with cleaning the operating room after the operation, ensuring proper routing of equipment, and used material. Reports to BJI OR Manager.
Responsibilities
Maintain a sterile field and adhere to policies and regulations regarding sterility.
Assure the presence and proper arrangement of surgical equipment and supplies.
Assist the surgeon during the operation as per professional and legal standards.
Assist with cleaning and setting up the operating room after the operation.
Recognize and anticipate the needs and problems encountered by the surgeon.
Qualifications
Completion of a CAAHEP accredited Surgical Technology Program.
Certification through NBSTA or ability to obtain NBSTA certification within one year of employment.
CPR and BLS validated; attendance at annual Validation Day required.
Knowledge of a variety of surgical procedures and the ability to apply asepsis principles.
Knowledge of OR emergency situations and basic patient safety concepts.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Benefits
Competitive wages.
Clinical ladder opportunities.
Comprehensive benefits package including tuition reimbursement.
Modern equipment & technology in health care.
Work‑life balance support.
Sign‑on bonus available.
About Hartford HealthCare Hartford HealthCare offers a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. Join us at Hartford Hospital, a Level 1 Trauma Center and the region’s leading orthopedic facility.
Equal Opportunity As an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
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Shift: Monday‑Friday, 4 10‑hour shifts 7 am‑5:30 pm; Weekend/weeknight/holiday call obligation. Sign‑on bonus offered (restrictions apply).
Hartford Hospital is a Level 1 Trauma Center and part of Hartford HealthCare’s Bone & Joint Institute (BJI), a leading provider of musculoskeletal and orthopedic care.
Job Description While maximizing patient safety, provide service and support before, during, and after surgical procedures. Ensure the presence and proper arrangement of surgical equipment and supplies for each operation, assist the surgeon during the operation as allowed by professional and legal standards, and assist with cleaning the operating room after the operation, ensuring proper routing of equipment, and used material. Reports to BJI OR Manager.
Responsibilities
Maintain a sterile field and adhere to policies and regulations regarding sterility.
Assure the presence and proper arrangement of surgical equipment and supplies.
Assist the surgeon during the operation as per professional and legal standards.
Assist with cleaning and setting up the operating room after the operation.
Recognize and anticipate the needs and problems encountered by the surgeon.
Qualifications
Completion of a CAAHEP accredited Surgical Technology Program.
Certification through NBSTA or ability to obtain NBSTA certification within one year of employment.
CPR and BLS validated; attendance at annual Validation Day required.
Knowledge of a variety of surgical procedures and the ability to apply asepsis principles.
Knowledge of OR emergency situations and basic patient safety concepts.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Benefits
Competitive wages.
Clinical ladder opportunities.
Comprehensive benefits package including tuition reimbursement.
Modern equipment & technology in health care.
Work‑life balance support.
Sign‑on bonus available.
About Hartford HealthCare Hartford HealthCare offers a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. Every moment matters. Join us at Hartford Hospital, a Level 1 Trauma Center and the region’s leading orthopedic facility.
Equal Opportunity As an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
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