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Surgical Technician - Operating Room

Kettering Health Network

Skills

Required

  • maintaining sterile technique
  • assisting the surgical team
  • surgical technology

Responsibilities

  • & Requirements The Surgical Tech supports patient care and safety by preparing the operating room, maintaining sterile technique, and assisting the surgical team throughout procedures.
  • This role ensures operational reliability by handling instruments, supplies, and equipment in accordance with established protocols and regulatory standards.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • All job responsibilities are to be carried out in alignment with Kettering Health's mission, vision, values, and B Safe program.
  • Completion of an accredited surgical technology program (certificate or associate degree) or equivalent education as recognized by the Association of Surgical Technologists (AST).
  • No prior experience required; clinical experience obtained through surgical technology program is acceptable.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required by start date.

Preferred

  • Qualifications Associate degree in surgical technology or related field.
  • One year of experience as a surgical technologist in an acute care or hospital setting.
  • Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA).