Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga·Chattanooga, Tennessee
The Surgical Technician is responsible for preparing the operating room and surgical equipment to ensure successful procedures. They assist the surgical team and maintain a sterile environment to support the patient's healing process.
Where You’ll Work CommonSpirit Memorial is an award-winning, not-for-profit, faith-based health care organization dedicated to the healing ministry of Jesus Christ.
Founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, we offer a comprehensive continuum of care, from preventative and primary care to acute hospital services specializing in cancer, cardiac, neuroscience, stroke, and orthopedic services.
Our commitment to excellence has earned us top prestigious recognition repeatedly from U.S.
News and World Report, PINC AI™, CMS, Healthgrades®, Leapfrog, and most recently as one of the Best Places to Work in Tennessee.
We are proud to serve Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia with the expertise of 4,700 employees and nearly 500 affiliated physicians.
Job Summary and Responsibilities General Surgery Full time Days with call requirements As our Surgical Tech, you will help prepare the operating room and surgical team so they can successfully perform a variety of surgical procedures for patients.Every day you will set up surgical equipment and instruments, assist the surgical team, and ensure a sterile environment.
You will be expected to adapt quickly, collaborate effectively within the OR team, and contribute directly to the patient's healing process.To be successful in this role, you must possess adaptability, a strong team-player mindset, and enthusiasm for supporting complex surgical procedures.
Use of general patient care equipment and communication equipment Use of unit specific equipment Good telephone and communication skills Ability to adapt to changes in healthcare technology Effective verbal and written communication skills Use of appropriate PPE and safe patient handling devices Job Requirements Required Graduation from a surgical technologist program through an approved school or the military, upon hire Certified Surgical Technologist, within 6 - months and Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire
Candidates must have graduated from an approved surgical technologist program and hold a Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR certification upon hire. A Certified Surgical Technologist certification is required within six months of employment.
Market context
Certified Surgical Technician roles in Tennessee are typically driven by ongoing operating room and procedural volume, so demand often stays steady across hospitals and surgical centers. These positions are competitive because employers usually want an accredited Surgical Technology program, current Surgical Technology certification, and AHA Basic Life Support, and the listed sign-on bonus can make qualified candidates more selective. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save research time, then confirm your credentials and BLS status before applying.
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