Job Description
Join our award-winning surgical team at Lexington Regional Medical Center, where cutting-edge technology meets compassionate care. We're urgently seeking skilled Surgical Technologists to support life-saving procedures in our state-of-the-art operating rooms. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment.
Responsibilities
- Prepare operating rooms and sterile fields for surgical procedures
- Assist surgeons during operations by passing instruments and supplies
- Maintain sterile environments and adhere to infection control protocols
- Count surgical instruments, sponges, and sharps before and after procedures
- Transport patients and specimens to appropriate departments
- Assist with sterilization and maintenance of surgical equipment
- Document procedural activities in electronic health records
Qualifications
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential required
- Graduate of accredited Surgical Technology program
- Minimum 1 year OR experience preferred
- BLS/CPR certification mandatory
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift 50+ lbs
- Strong knowledge of sterile processing techniques
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Flexibility to work rotating weekends and on-call shifts