Description
Surgical Technician
South Shore Health
Weymouth, MA
South Shore Health is seeking a Certified Surgical Technician (CST) to join our surgical services team in Weymouth, MA. In this full-time role, you’ll work across a broad range of operating room specialties, gaining hands-on experience with diverse procedures in a supportive, community-based hospital environment. This is primarily a 7:00am to 5:30pm shift position with rotation to weekends and nights as needed.
Responsibilities:
- Assist surgeons, anesthesia staff, and nurses by preparing and passing sterile instruments and equipment throughout procedures
- Maintain aseptic technique and infection control standards, reporting and addressing any breaks in the sterile field
- Set up and operate surgical equipment, including electrosurgical, diagnostic, and specialty devices specific to each case
- Track surgical counts (sponges, needles, instruments) with accuracy and handle all specimens according to protocol
- Support safe patient positioning and comfort under the direction of the surgeon or RN, and help ensure efficient room turnover
- Utilize hospital technology (email, EMR) for communication and documentation, and follow all safety protocols, body mechanics, and emergency procedures
- Serve as a preceptor and role model for new staff, supporting onboarding and skill development
Qualifications:
- Completion of an accredited Surgical Technician Program required
- Certification as a Surgical Technician preferred
- Current certification in ACLS, ERT, or equivalent emergency response training required
- Strong understanding of surgical protocols, sterile technique, and operating room procedures
- Excellent teamwork, communication, and organizational skills
More About South Shore Hospital
South Shore Hospital is Southeastern Massachusetts’s leading provider of emergency, acute and outpatient care. We are consistently recognized for quality of care, including being recognized as a Top General Hospital by the Leapfrog Group. Our hospital has also received Magnet Recognition Program designation, a distinction only 8% of U.S. hospitals achieve. Join us in providing world-class care to the communities of the South Shore.
Living On the South Shore
Located South of Boston, but within easy driving or boating distance of greater New England, the South Shore is a wonderful place to live. No matter your interest: history, the beach, music, art, shopping, fine cuisine, foliage, sports – we have it all. And with some of the best schools in the country, from kindergarten to college, this is a great place to raise a family.
To apply, please visit:
Req# R-19494
