Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation·Flowood, Mississippi
The Surgical Technician collaborates with the surgical team to prepare and maintain sterile operating fields and assist during procedures. They are responsible for handling instruments, ensuring patient safety through counts, and restocking supplies to maintain perioperative efficiency.
Why Join Us? Be Valued for What You Bring to the Team – Competitive pay that rewards your hard work Benefits You Can Count On – Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage Work Hard. Recharge Often. – Generous PTO and extended illness benefits Invest in Your Future – 401(k) with company match Grow With Us – Career development, learning opportunities, and advancement pathways We Invest in Your Success – Licensure and certification reimbursement for eligible roles Student Loan Support – Assistance available for eligible roles Your Wins Deserve Recognition – Employee rewards and recognition programs A Team You'll Love Working With – A collaborative, purpose-driven culture making a difference every day Additional Voluntary Benefits – Choose from options such as pet insurance, identity protection, and legal insurance. Advanced Surgical Care Address: 2466 Flowood Drive Suite A("Advanced Surgical Care") | Flowood, MS | 39232 Hours of Operation: Monday-Thursday 7:00AM-5:00PM 10 Hour Shifts Available Job Summary
The Surgical Technician collaborates with the surgeon and perioperative team to deliver high-quality patient care during surgical procedures. This role prepares and maintains sterile surgical fields, assists with procedures, and ensures instruments and supplies are used appropriately. The Surgical Technician adheres to infection prevention standards, regulatory requirements, and facility policies to support optimal patient outcomes.
Essential Functions Prepares and maintains the operating room for surgical cases, ensuring all equipment, instruments, and supplies are properly organized and available by applying principles of Universal Precautions, asepsis, and sterile technique.
Assists the surgical team by anticipating the needs of the surgeon and passing instruments and supplies accurately and efficiently.
Handles surgical instruments according to their instructions for use and ensures proper sterilization, inspection, and assembly.
Performs point-of-use cleaning and carefully handles instruments in compliance with infection control and professional standards.
Performs sponge, needle, and instrument counts with the circulating nurse to ensure patient safety.
Assists in patient positioning, draping, and transfer methods to ensure safety and comfort during procedures.
Maintains and updates physician preference cards, ensuring accurate supplies and instruments are available for procedures.
Cleans, reprocesses, and sterilizes surgical instruments and equipment following established protocols.
Contributes to perioperative team efficiency by restocking supplies, returning equipment to storage, and ensuring operating rooms are ready for subsequent cases.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.
Technical School graduate of Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing program required or Associate Degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences required 0-2 years of operating room surgical technician experience required
Knowledge of surgical procedures, instrumentation, and aseptic techniques. Strong understanding of sterilization methods and infection prevention practices. Ability to anticipate the needs of the surgical team and respond quickly and effectively. Excellent communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with the perioperative team. Attention to detail and organizational skills to ensure procedural accuracy and efficiency. Ability to manage multiple tasks in a high-pressure environment while maintaining professionalism. Licenses and Certifications BCLS - Basic Life Support required CST - Certified Surgical Technologist preferred This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for an employer. #INDCLINIC
Candidates must have a degree from a Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing program or an Associate Degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences. Basic Life Support certification is required, and 0-2 years of operating room experience is expected.
Market context
In Mississippi, advanced surgical care roles often draw steady demand from hospitals and surgical centers that need support in operating rooms and procedural settings. These positions are competitive because employers typically look for formal surgical technology or practical nursing training, Basic Life Support certification, and some OR experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certification status and prepare examples of sterile technique and teamwork before applying.
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