Surgical Technologist

Primary Location

Department

Shift

Schedule

Weekly Hours

FTE

Employee Status

Schedule & Call

• 7:00 a.m. start time
• 9-hour or 10-hour shifts available
• On-call rotation approximately every 8 weeks
  • One week (M-F)
  • One weekend assignment (Saturday and Sunday)
• Must reside within a 45-minute call response radius

Position Summary

The Surgical Technologist is an essential member of the perioperative team, responsible for preparing the operating room, maintaining a sterile environment, and providing instruments, supplies, and equipment to support surgical procedures. This role collaborates closely with surgeons, nurses, and anesthesia providers to deliver safe, high-quality patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare operating rooms, surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies for procedures.
• Maintain sterile technique and promote patient and team safety throughout the surgical experience.
• Anticipate procedural needs and support surgeons during surgery.
• Apply knowledge of surgical procedures, anatomy, and technology to provide efficient patient care.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to ensure positive patient outcomes.
• Participate in safety initiatives, regulatory compliance, continuing education, and process improvement activities.
• Advocate for patients and families while supporting an inclusive, respectful care environment.

Qualifications

Required Education

• Associate degree in Surgical Technology from a CAAHEP- or ABHES-accredited program; OR
• Formal military training in Surgical Technology.

Certification

• Surgical Technologist certification required within one year of hire and maintained thereafter.

Experience

• Entry-level opportunity for new Surgical Technology graduates.

About Us

At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s. 

 Cincinnati Children's is: 

• Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10  best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years 

• Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding 

• Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers  (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025) 

• One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune 

• Consistently certified as great place to work 

• A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability 

• Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) 

 We Embrace Innovation—Together.  We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.

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Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability