Certified Surgical Technologist

Surgical Technologist - Operating Room Surgical Technologist in Greenfield, MA | Baystate Health Careers Department: Operating Room Location: Baystate Franklin Medical Center, Greenfield, Massachusetts Job Type: Per Diem Shift: First Make an Impact with Baystate Health Baystate Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist to join our Operating Room team at Baystate Franklin Medical Center in Greenfield, Massachusetts. Our surgical services team provides high-quality surgical care across a variety of specialties, working closely with surgeons, physicians, nurses, and other members of the perioperative team to ensure safe and effective surgical outcomes. The Surgical Technologist role offers the opportunity to play an essential part in patient care by supporting surgical procedures, maintaining a sterile environment, and anticipating the needs of the surgical team. This position is ideal for a skilled professional who enjoys working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering exceptional surgical care. The Surgical Technologist Will: Prepare and maintain the sterile field, ensuring adherence to aseptic technique and established patient safety standards. Participate as an integral member of the operating room team, demonstrating knowledge of the patient's history, allergies, and intraoperative care plan. Anticipate the needs of surgeons and physicians by demonstrating knowledge of surgical procedures, instrumentation, anatomy, and advancing technologies. Safely operate, manage, and inspect designated equipment and instruments according to manufacturer guidelines and department policies. Demonstrate knowledge of pharmacological agents dispensed to the sterile field, including proper identification of medications, mixtures, doses, and labeling. Maintain patient safety through sharps safety initiatives and appropriate intraoperative temperature regulation measures. Demonstrate proper specimen handling and labeling while completing required documentation within the scope of practice. Maintain the skills, knowledge, and competencies required for the Surgical Technologist Level I clinical recognition ladder. Schedule Details Job Type: Per Diem Shift: First Hours: Per diem; hours vary based on departmental needs. Benefits That Support You At Baystate Health, you get the best of both worlds: the resources, stability, and career opportunities of a large integrated healthcare system with the supportive culture of a community-focused organization. Depending on eligibility, benefits may include: Career Growth: Professional development and internal career opportunities. Regional Opportunities: Career options across Baystate Health hospitals, practices, and services throughout western Massachusetts. About Baystate Health Baystate Health is an integrated healthcare system serving patients and communities throughout western Massachusetts. Our network includes Baystate Medical Center, Baystate Children's Hospital, Baystate Noble Hospital, Baystate Franklin Medical Center, Baystate Wing Hospital, Baystate Medical Practices, and Baystate Home Health & Hospice. Whether you provide direct patient care, clinical services, or operational support, your work at Baystate Health helps improve the health of the communities we serve. Required Skills Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program or completion of a structured training program with an equivalent professional qualification. Surgical Technologists who entered the field on or after July 1, 2013, must possess an associate degree in Surgical Technology. Surgical Technologists who worked in a surgical facility before July 1, 2013, may meet the education requirement through prior experience, as outlined in position requirements. Certification is required for new hires without prior surgical facility experience before July 1, 2013. Knowledge of medical terminology, human anatomy, surgical procedures, instrumentation, and sterile and aseptic techniques. Ability to anticipate the needs of the surgical team and maintain a safe, sterile environment. Preferred Qualifications & Skills No additional preferred qualifications listed. Start Your Career at Baystate Health You Belong at Baystate. Education: GED or HiSET (Required) Certifications: Basic Life Support - American Heart AssociationAmerican Heart AssociationAmerican Heart Association, Certified Surgical Technician - OtherOtherOther Compensation Note: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees. Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum $31.62 - $39.47 - $50.06 Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.