Certified Surgical Technologist - OR General - CST 26-11006

Job Description

Job DescriptionCertified Surgical Technologist – OR General

Location: Hyannis, MA
Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift: 40 Hours/Week
Schedule: 8-Hour Shifts, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Call/Weekend Requirement: No call or weekends during the first contract

Weekly Gross: $1,900–$2,100/Week (Based on Experience)

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) to support surgeons, registered nurses, and the operating room team across a variety of surgical procedures. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of sterile technique, surgical instrumentation, infection control, and OR protocols. Orthopedic experience is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons and registered nurses during a variety of surgical procedures.
• Prepare operating rooms with surgical instruments, equipment, sterile drapes, and solutions.
• Maintain a sterile environment in accordance with established policies and AORN standards.
• Perform scrub technician duties across multiple surgical services and specialties.
• Assemble and verify sterile and non-sterile equipment to ensure proper operation.
• Pass instruments and sterile supplies to surgeons and surgical assistants during procedures.
• Handle retractors, cut sutures, and assist with counts of sponges, needles, supplies, and instruments.
• Prepare, handle, and properly dispose of surgical specimens for laboratory analysis.
• Assist with surgical dressings and patient positioning.
• Ensure surgeon- and procedure-specific instruments and equipment are available according to preference cards and department protocols.
• Transport and position patients in the operating room.
• Use appropriate sterilization methods for specialized equipment and instruments.
• Operate sterilizers and assist with surgical lights, suction equipment, and diagnostic equipment as needed.
• Safely prepare and label medications under the direction of the surgeon and RN.
• Assist with transferring patients to the recovery area.
• Assist with room turnover, cleaning, and restocking.
• Maintain patient privacy, dignity, and safety at all times.
• Assist with orientation and training of new OR employees.
• Maintain and update specialty equipment and surgical instrumentation.
• Participate in staff meetings, in-services, and professional education.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited civilian or military Operating Room Technician/Surgical Technician program.
• Current NBSTSA certification required and must remain active throughout the assignment.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• Strong technical knowledge of surgical environments, infection control, and sterile techniques.
• Ability to perform scrub technician duties across multiple surgical specialties.
• Orthopedic (Ortho) experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a surgical team while maintaining a safe and sterile environment.