CERTIFIED SURGICAL TECH I-UHR OPERATING ROOM

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Why Union?

Union Health is an award-winning integrated health system and the Wabash Valley's largest employer. Union Health is an independent and not-for-profit health system. Union Health consists of Union Hospital, Union Hospital Regional, Union Hospital Clinton, and Union Medical Group. Union Health offers a full spectrum of healthcare career opportunities across the continuum of care. The organizations that make up Union Health have a long tradition of serving the health care needs of West Central Indiana and East Central Illinois residents, stretching back more than 125 years.

The Certified Surgical Tech (CST Tier I) is a key role in providing the highest quality of patient care while patients are in surgery at Union Health Regional OR staff serve an essential function in supporting surgeons, preparing the surgical environment, and ensuring patient safety throughout every procedure.

This role reports to the Operating Room Leadership Team / Surgical Services Management.


Essential & valuable skills gained (in this unit or in this department):

- Surgical procedure preparation and sterile technique
- Instrument handling and surgical assistance
-  Infection prevention and aseptic practice
-  Team-based collaboration in high-acuity environments
- Anticipating surgeon and procedural needs in real time
-  Patient safety and operating room workflow support

(Unit / Dept.) Successes and Designation

- Highly skilled surgical team supporting safe, successful outcomes
- Advanced operating room procedures and specialty care services
- Commitment to excellence in patient-centered surgical care

(Unit / Dept.) Training & Onboarding Culture

Union Health provides a supportive onboarding experience where CSTs are trained alongside experienced surgical professionals. Team members are empowered to grow their skills through structured orientation, mentorship, and an inclusive environment focused on safety and teamwork.

Essential Job Duties:

-  Prepare the operating room for surgical procedures
-  Sterilize and arrange surgical instruments and equipment
-  Assist the surgical team during procedures
-  Pass instruments and supplies to surgeons and nurses
-  Maintain aseptic conditions and infection control protocols
-  Monitor and anticipate the needs of the surgical team
-  Handle specimens and facilitate transfer to the laboratory
-  Clean and restock the operating room after each surgery
-  Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure patient safety
 

Qualifications:

-  Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program
-  Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced setting
-  Commitment to patient safety and teamwork
 

Licenses / Certifications:

-  Must have graduated from an accredited surgical technology program

-  Active CST certification required
-  Active BLS certification required

 

In addition to competitive pay, Union co-workers enjoy:

• Part-time and Full-time schedules
• Comprehensive Benefits
• Paid Time Off starting day one.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 each year.
• Career Paths 
• Success Sharing
• 403b Retirement Employer Match.
• Much More!
   

Be part of an organization that is dedicated to your work-life balance, career, growth, and development. Union Health, U Matter and U Belong.

How can we help? Call us at 812-238-7827 or email us at recruiting@union.health

Please note that the salary information provided on the career site for this position opening may not necessarily reflect the accurate compensation associated with the role.
We encourage candidates to inquire further and engage in direct communication with Union Health for comprehensive salary details.

Salary : $5,250