Summit Surgery Center - Certified Surgical Technician
Regent Surgical·Troy, Michigan
Regent Surgical·Troy, Michigan
The Certified Surgical Technician provides technical support to the surgical team by preparing the operating room and assisting during procedures. Responsibilities include managing sterile instruments, anticipating surgeon needs, and maintaining a clean, safe perioperative environment.
The Certified Surgical Technician (CST) serves as a member of the healthcare team and provides technical support to the surgeon, registered nurse, and anesthesiologist in the operating room. The CST assumes appropriate responsibilities in the perioperative area by scrubbing, assisting the RN circulator, setting up and breaking down surgical procedures, pulling and putting away supplies and equipment, and environmental service duties. This is a full-time position, Monday - Friday! No weekends, No calls and No Holidays! DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Ensure proper supplies, equipment, and instruments are ready for use. Clean operating room between cases. Restock operating rooms as necessary to meet par levels. Assist other operating rooms for coverage. Knowledge of surgeon preferences, procedures, instrumentation, and equipment. Prepare cases for the next day. May operate sterilizer, lights, suction machine, and other designated equipment. Ensure patient, procedure, operative site, positioning and equipment correspond. Follow the center exposure control plans/blood borne and airborne pathogens. Report observed or suspected breaks in sterile technique and acts according to policy. Perform hand scrub according to policy and procedure. Arrange instruments and supplies for surgical procedure. Maintain integrity of instruments. Ensure proper counting of sponges, instruments, and sharps. Assist in gowning of other personnel and draping of patient. Anticipate surgeon’s needs. Pass instruments to surgeon and/or assistant as appropriate. Communicate needs to circulators to ensure efficient and uninterrupted progress of procedure. Prepare and preserve specimens. Verify name, strength, and dosage of medication with circulator; confirms, labels, and places on surgical field. Clean and disinfect all tables, counter surfaces, stands, and floor. May help transport patients and restock the operating room. Perform other duties as assigned
Candidates must have a high school diploma, be a graduate of an accredited surgical technology program, and hold CST and BLS certifications. One year of current surgical technician experience in an OR setting is preferred.
Market context
In Michigan, nursing roles often show steady demand across hospitals, clinics, long-term care, and home health settings. These positions can be competitive because employers may prioritize licensure readiness, BLS timing, and flexibility for shift-based care. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits from the original posting to save research time, and confirm you can meet the High School Diploma or GED requirement and obtain BLS within 90 days before applying.
