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Community Health Systems

Operates acute care hospitals nationwide

Surgical Technician

Clinical Support & Patient AdministrationConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeBirmingham, AL, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Graduation from a technical school program in Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing, or 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.
  • A strong understanding of sterilization methods and infection prevention practices is required.
  • The ability to anticipate the needs of the surgical team and respond quickly and effectively is required.
  • Communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with the perioperative team are required.
  • Attention to detail and organizational skills to ensure procedural accuracy and efficiency are required.
  • The ability to manage multiple tasks in a high-pressure environment while maintaining professionalism is required.
  • Basic Life Support certification is required.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare and maintain operating rooms for surgical cases, ensuring equipment, instruments, and supplies are organized and available using 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 ensure patient safety.
  • Assist with patient positioning, draping, and transfer methods to ensure 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 following established protocols.
  • Restock supplies, return equipment to storage, and ensure operating rooms are ready for subsequent cases.
  • Maintain regular and reliable attendance and 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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