Mass General Brigham·Oak Bluffs, Massachusetts
Responsible for providing intraoperative care, preparing surgical cases, and maintaining the integrity of the sterile field. Duties include passing instruments to surgeons, assisting with patient positioning, and performing terminal cleaning of the operating theater.
Martha's Vineyard Hospital, Inc.
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Responsible for providing intraoperative care to the surgical patient. Prepares for cases according to the surgeon's preferences, needs of patient, etc. Passes instruments to the surgeon at the surgical field, and cares for instruments at the end of the surgical procedure, insures accuracy of counts, assists in maintaining privacy and confidentiality of the patient, maintains safety of the patient and is responsible for application of the principles of asepsis at all times in order to maintain the integrity of the sterile field. The Surgical Technologist functions under the direct supervision of the RN.
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Essential Functions
Checks sterile condition of O.R. suite and of sterile equipment, instruments, and supplies.
Changes into operative clothing, scrubs hands and arms, and puts on sterile gown and gloves.
Arranges sterile setup for operation; instrumentation, supplies, and equipment.
Passes instruments, sponges, and sutures to surgeon and surgical assistant maintaining position of instruments and orderliness of sterile field.
Assists with sponging and suction of operative site and retractor positioning.
Assists circulating nurse to prepare patient in prescribed position for the type of surgery to be performed, this includes draping.
May assist in preparation of operative area of patient.
May assist the Anesthesiologist during induction phase of anesthesia.
Adjusts lights and other equipment as directed.
Assists other team members, upon completion of surgery, in moving patient onto wheeled stretcher for delivery to the recovery room.
May assist in transport of patient back to nursing unit.
Assists in clean up of operating theater following operation including disposal of used linen, gloves, instruments, utensils, equipment, and waste.
Terminally cleans room and equipment when required.
May assist in counting sponges, needles, and instruments during and after operation.
May prepare operative specimens, place in preservation solution, and deliver to laboratory for analysis.
Shares pertinent data with co-workers.
Assists with maintaining specialty cards and preference cards of surgical service physicians.
May record data on patient data sheet.
Sterilizes instruments and equipment by autoclave, disinfectant solutions, and ethylene oxide following C.S.R. procedures.
May be required to work on the nursing units in a nursing assistant capacity.
Performs other related duties as assigned by the Clinical Coordinator.
Fully accountable for work, call, and behavior.
Identifies own learning needs and seeks opportunities for self growth.
Uses and shares skills gained at continuing education classes.
Attends mandatory staff meetings unless excused by the Nurse Manager.
Has completed annual policy and procedure review.
Has attended mandatory in-service for: CPR, Fire/Safety, Infection Control.
Qualifications: Education High School Diploma or Equivalent required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No
Licenses and Credentials Certified Surgical Technologist [CST] - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) required
• Ability to work with a small team in a fast paced environment.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
$29.90 - $62.11/Hourly
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Requires a High School Diploma and certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) from the NBSTSA. Candidates must have 0-1 year of OR experience and meet specific healthcare employment or military training criteria.
Market context
In Massachusetts, certified surgical technician roles are typically in steady demand because hospitals need dependable OR support across scheduled and urgent procedures. These openings are competitive because employers often want CST certification, limited OR experience, and specific training or healthcare background, while benefits such as sign-on bonuses, differentials, and advancement opportunities can influence applicant interest. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your CST status and OR experience before applying.