Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - OR and Aesthetics

Surgical & Aesthetic Clinical Specialist | Full-Time | Cary, NC

Current CST certification is REQUIRED. Candidates without current CST certification will not be considered.

We are seeking an exceptional Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) for a unique full-time position combining advanced laparoscopic surgery, procedural aesthetics, aesthetic consultation, and sales. This is not a traditional surgical technologist position. We are looking for a highly experienced, polished, motivated professional who can excel in both the operating room and a sophisticated aesthetic practice.

The strongest candidate will bring experience in laparoscopic general or bariatric surgery AND aesthetic medicine, ideally combined with a demonstrated history of successful aesthetic sales.

Operating Room

• Scrub and assist with advanced laparoscopic procedures
• Prepare operating rooms, instrumentation, and equipment
• Anticipate surgeon needs throughout procedures
• Maintain exceptional sterile technique
• Understand and manage laparoscopic instrumentation and equipment
• Assist with room setup, turnover, and surgical workflow
• Manage surgical instruments, supplies, and inventory
• Participate in instrument processing and sterilization

Significant laparoscopic experience is strongly preferred. Experience in general surgery and bariatric surgery is particularly desirable.

Aesthetic Medicine & Procedures

• Assist physicians with aesthetic and body-contouring procedures
• Assist with liposuction and other office-based procedures
• Prepare patients and procedure rooms and maintain sterile technique
• Assist with aesthetic lasers and energy-based technologies
• Participate in aesthetic patient consultations
• Educate patients about treatments, technologies, and combination treatment plans
• Maintain aesthetic supplies and inventory
• Assist with procedural photography and documentation
• Support patients throughout their treatment journey

Significant aesthetic experience is strongly preferred. Experience with aesthetic lasers and energy-based devices, body contouring, liposuction, skincare, injectables, plastic surgery, or cosmetic procedures is particularly valuable.

Aesthetic Consultation & Sales

The ideal candidate is not simply comfortable talking with patients - they are exceptionally good at it. We want someone who can listen to a patient's goals, build trust, communicate value, confidently present treatment options, and help appropriate patients move forward with a treatment plan.

• Aesthetic consultations and treatment-plan presentation
• Consultation-to-treatment conversion
• Combination treatment plans and package sales
• Skincare and retail product sales
• Patient follow-up and lead nurturing
• Rebooking and patient retention
• Relationship-based sales

Demonstrated success in aesthetic sales is a major advantage and will be recognized in compensation.

The Candidate We're Looking For

• Current CST certification
• Strong laparoscopic operating room experience
• General and/or bariatric surgical experience
• Significant aesthetic medicine experience
• Aesthetic consultation experience
• Demonstrated sales ability
• Excellent sterile technique and surgical instrumentation knowledge
• Professional and polished presentation
• Exceptional patient communication
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and able to anticipate needs
• Strong teamwork and desire to grow professionally and financially as the practice grows

We recognize that this combination of experience is unusual. That's exactly what we're looking for.

Required Qualifications

• Current Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification - REQUIRED
• Significant operating room experience
• Strong knowledge of sterile technique and surgical instrumentation
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Professional demeanor and appearance
• Ability to function effectively in both an operating room and patient-facing aesthetic environment

Compensation & Benefits

$34-$45 per hour performance-based aesthetic bonus

• Full-time position
• Meaningful performance-based aesthetic bonus opportunity
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Employee aesthetic and wellness benefits
• Training and continuing education opportunities

Candidates who bring exceptional experience across laparoscopic surgery, aesthetics, and aesthetic sales will be compensated accordingly. We want exceptional performance to be recognized and rewarded.

Why This Position Is Different

Most surgical technologist positions ask you to do one thing exceptionally well. This position is for someone who can do several. You will work across advanced laparoscopic and bariatric surgery, procedural aesthetics, body contouring, aesthetic consultation, and practice growth. You will collaborate with our physicians, Aesthetic Clinical Manager, advanced practice providers, and surgical team while occupying a unique role that bridges our surgical and aesthetic practices.

If you are an experienced CST with strong laparoscopic skills, meaningful aesthetic experience, exceptional patient communication, and proven sales ability, we would like to meet you.

Pay: $34.00 - $45.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• General/Bariatric Experience

Describe your experience with laparoscopic general and/or bariatric surgery. What procedures did you routinely scrub?

• Aesthetic Technologies

Which aesthetic procedures or technologies have you worked with?
Lasers/ RF or energy based devices/ Body contouring/ Liposuctions/ Injectables/ Skincare/ Plastic surgery/ Other

• Consultation Experience

Have you personally participated in aesthetic consultations or treatment-plan conversion, package sales, or skincare/product sales?
Yes/No

• Sales Performance

In your most recent aesthetic position, approximately what percentage of consultations resulted in a purchased treatment or package, and approximately how much monthly aesthetic revenue or sales were you personally responsible for?

• Laparoscopic Experience

How many years of laparoscopic surgical experience do you have?
None/Less than 1 / 1-2/ 3-5/ 5

• Sales Judgement

Tell us about a situation in which a patient was interested in a treatment but hesitant to proceed. How did you handle the conversation and what was the outcome?

Experience:

• OR: 1 year (Required)
• Aesthetic treatments: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Certified Surgical Technologist CST (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $34 - $45