Certified Surgical Technologist

WVU Medicine

. Assist with nursing care and surgical services under the direct supervision of the registered nurse and physician/surgeon .

Posted 10/21/2026full-timeBarnesville • Ohio • United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in surgical assistance, including instrument handling, sterile techniques, and patient safety protocols. Capable of supporting surgical teams effectively while maintaining compliance with health standards and patient confidentiality.

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Surgical AssistanceSterile TechniqueBasic Life Support (BLS) CertificationInstrument HandlingPatient Safety Protocols

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Hard Skills

Surgical ScrubbingInstrument SterilizationEndoscopic ProceduresOperating Room SetupAseptic TechniquesPatient TransportWaste DisposalSupply RestockingManual DexterityTechnical Ability

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailTeam CollaborationCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

AutoclaveSurgical InstrumentsPersonal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Certifications & Qualifications

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Industry Keywords

Licensed Practical NurseSurgical TechnologyPatient PrivacyCommunicable DiseasesAccreditation Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Assist with nursing care and surgical services under the direct supervision of the registered nurse and physician/surgeon
Set up scheduled cases with required supplies and instrumentation
Assist with safe patient transport to the operating room and positioning on the operating table
Confirm the surgical site and procedure in accordance with national patient safety goals
Perform surgical scrubbing and properly don sterile gloves and gowns; gown and glove surgeons and other personnel
Account for instruments, sharps, sponges, and other soft goods used during procedures
Prepare and correctly pass surgical instruments and sharps to and from the surgeon
Assist with operating-room cleanup, instrument transport, waste and linen disposal, and supply restocking
Assist with endoscopic procedures, including positioning, gloving, endoscope cleaning/disinfection, and PPE use
Assist with decontamination of surgical instrumentation
Monitor autoclave function for instrument sterilization
Safeguard patient privacy and maintain confidentiality
Stock the operating room
Assist the RN/physician as needed or directed

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent
Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification within 30 days of hire
Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse OR completion of internal WVUM Surg Tech Trainee program with at least 6 months in job OR completion of an externally accredited Surgical Technology program OR completion of a Registered Nurse program OR two (2) years of previous scrub experience
Three (3) years prior scrub experience preferred
Completion of annual required education related to specialty accreditation, where applicable
Capable of prolonged periods of standing and walking
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and push/pull heavily loaded carts up to 200 pounds
Possess visual, hearing, and oral acuity, manual dexterity, and technical ability
Ability to wear lead for extended periods
Ability to follow strict sterile technique
Ability to set up operating rooms with instruments and supplies and pass them to and from the surgeon
Knowledge of and adherence to strict aseptic and sterile techniques
May be exposed to communicable diseases

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employer
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions
40 scheduled weekly hours