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Surgical Technologist - Operating Room

Salem Hospital
Salem, MA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/21/2026
Job Description Summary We're offering a generous sign-on bonus to welcome you to our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we're eager to discuss the exciting details of this bonus during our interview process Responsible for assisting surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare professionals in various surgical procedures and playing a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and safe operation of the operating room. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes Essential Functions: - Prepare the operating room for surgical procedures. - Set up sterile supplies, instruments, and equipment required for the surgery. - Transport patients to the operating room, help with positioning on the surgical table, and ensure their safety and comfort during the procedure. - Pass instruments, supplies, and equipment to the surgical team during procedures. - Follow proper sterilization techniques to ensure the cleanliness and sterility of surgical instruments and supplies. - Maintain accurate and complete documentation of surgical procedures, including counts of sponges, sharps, and instruments used. - Collaborate effectively with surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, and other members of the surgical team. - Assist in preparing the surgical site by applying sterile drapes and solutions. -Secure and manage surgical drains and catheters as directed by the surgeon.

Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Licenses and Credentials
Basic Life Support [BLS Certification]

Certified Surgical Technologist [CST] -

Experience

  • 1 year experience in an acute care setting preferred.

  • Has successfully completed an accredited educational program for surgical technologists AND is certified as a surgical technologist accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies and the American College of Surgeons and the Association of Surgical Technologists; if certification as a surgical technologist has not be obtained as of the date of hire, the certification will be obtained within 12 months of the graduation date from the educational program OR was employed as a surgical technologist in a surgical facility on or before July 1, 2013; OR has completed a surgical technologist training program in the military or other public service corps. -

  • Must be Certified as Surgical Technologist or meets other Education Requirements stated above.



Additional Job Description

North Shore Medical Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
NSMC will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, veteran or active military status, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation.

 

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