Surgical Technologist; CST - OR CORE Ambulatory

Surgical Technologist (CST) - OR CORE Ambulatory

Location Detail: 85 Jefferson Street, Hartford, CT 10068

Hartford Hospital invites you to join as a Surgical Technologist at Hartford Health Care. This role supports surgical procedures by ensuring proper equipment, assisting surgeons, maintaining sterile fields, and preparing the operating room for the next procedure. This position reports to the Manager.

• Sign‑on bonus up to $15,000 (restrictions apply)
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 after six months of employment and up to 40% tuition discounts with partnered institutions for colleagues and dependents
• Employee assistance and wellness programs with a focus on mental health
• Paid time off and health insurance packages
• Free parking on‑site
• Discounts on services, products, and optional coverages – movie tickets, pet insurance, travel, and more

The Surgical Technologist provides service and support before, during, and after surgical procedures.

Responsibilities include:

• Ensuring the presence and proper arrangement of surgical equipment and supplies for each operation
• Assisting the surgeon during the operation as allowed by professional and legal standards
• Assisting with cleaning the operating room after the operation, ensuring proper routing of equipment and used material
• Maintaining sterile field and adhering to policies and regulations
• Responding to OR emergency situations
• Applying principles of asepsis to provide optimal patient care
• Communicating clearly with surgical team and patients

• Completion of a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Programs (CAAHEP) accredited Surgical Technology Program
• Must be certified through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTA) or be able to obtain NBSTA certification within one year of employment
• Maintenance of CPR, BLS validation and attendance of annual Validation Day required
• Knowledge of various surgical procedures with the ability to anticipate surgeon needs and recognize problems encountered by the surgeon
• Knowledge of name and function of surgical equipment and instrumentation required
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Strict adherence to policies and regulations regarding maintenance of sterile field
• Knowledge and practice of basic care and patient safety concepts
• Application of the principles of asepsis in a manner that provides optimal patient care
• Knowledge of OR emergency situations

Entry level

Part‑time

Health Care Provider

Hospitals and Health Care