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Community Health Systems

Operates acute care hospitals nationwide

Surgical Technologist

Clinical Support & Patient AdministrationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Part-timeGadsden, AL, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Graduation from a technical school program in Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing is required.
  • An associate degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences is required.
  • Zero to two years of operating room surgical technician experience is required.
  • Knowledge of surgical procedures, instrumentation, and aseptic techniques is required.
  • Knowledge of sterilization methods and infection prevention practices is required.
  • Ability to anticipate the surgical team's needs and respond quickly and effectively is required.
  • Communication and teamwork skills are required to collaborate with the perioperative team.
  • Attention to detail and organizational skills are required to ensure procedural accuracy and efficiency.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks in a high-pressure environment while maintaining professionalism is required.
  • Basic Life Support certification is required.
  • Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for an employer.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and maintain operating rooms for surgical cases, ensuring equipment, instruments, and supplies are organized and available while applying Universal Precautions, asepsis, and sterile technique.
  • Assist the surgical team by anticipating the surgeon's needs and passing instruments and supplies accurately and efficiently.
  • Handle surgical instruments according to their instructions for use and ensure proper sterilization, inspection, and assembly.
  • Perform point-of-use cleaning and handle instruments in compliance with infection-control and professional standards.
  • Perform sponge, needle, and instrument counts with the circulating nurse to support patient safety.
  • Assist with patient positioning, draping, and transfer methods to support patient safety and comfort during procedures.
  • Maintain and update physician preference cards to ensure accurate supplies and instruments are available for procedures.
  • Clean, reprocess, and sterilize surgical instruments and equipment according to established protocols.
  • Restock supplies, return equipment to storage, and prepare operating rooms for subsequent cases.
  • Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
  • Comply with policies and standards.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • Certified Surgical Technologist certification is preferred.

About the Company

Community Health Systems

Operates acute care hospitals nationwide

Community Health Systems operates general acute care hospitals across 14 states, owning or leasing 71 facilities to deliver healthcare outside urban centers. Its main business is running hospital networks and providing medical and surgical services to patients, funded by payments from patients, insurers, and government programs like Medicare and Medicaid. The company also offers management services to its affiliates through a professional services corporation. Its workflow centers on developing and operating healthcare delivery systems, supporting a wide range of needs from emergency care to specialized treatments. The goal is to help people get well and live healthier by providing accessible non-urban and suburban hospital-based care while navigating a regulated, competitive US healthcare market.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Franklin, TN
Founded
1985

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