Baptist Health
Surgical Technologist, Surgical Services
2501 Kentucky Avenue, Paducah, KY
Full-time
First seen by offpeak October 4, 2026
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Summary
Job Description:
BE PART OF OUR TEAM!!! Do you want to work for an organization where you are Inspired, Impactful and Included?Surgical Technologist
$10K Sign on Bonus for Full-Time Positions for eligible new hires. Must not have been an employee of Baptist Health or its affiliates in the preceding 12 months to qualify
The Surgical Technologist serves as a primary scrub person or assistant for operative procedures.
Job Duties:
- Scrubbing into cases and make sure instruments and supplies are available for the scheduled case.
- Setting up cases ensuring that all instruments are thoroughly sterilized and maintain the sterile field during case set up.
- May be asked to assist physician to cut suture material and may be asked to apply electrocautery to clamps on bleeders under the direct supervision of the surgeon.
- Is responsible for gross decontamination of instruments including breaking down instruments for further cleaning in Central Sterile Processing.
- Collaborates with the circulating nurse to carry out appropriate interventions.
Requirements:
- Technical Diploma from a Surgical Technologist accredited program or comparable military training
- Certified Surgical Tech (CST) certification is required
- Eligibility for Surgical Technologist Certification
Benefits:
- Tuition Assistance reimbursement program
- Paid Time Off available for use upon hire
- Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
- Bereavement Leave (includes pets)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Retirement plans with company match