Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - CHoR Pediatric Operating Room - Days/Evenings Rotating
Company: VCU Health
Location: Richmond
Posted on: January 21, 2026
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Job Description:
$15,000 sign-on bonus for offers accepted by February 28, 2026.
Terms and conditions apply The Surgical Technologist II (operating
room scrub technician) sets up sterile field, gathers supplies for
surgical cases, based on knowledge of instruments and equipment to
be used. This position passes instruments to surgeons during
surgery. This position also performs count procedures per policy
during surgical cases. The Surgical Technologist II serves as a
resource and preceptor to less experienced Surgical Technologists
and takes call for routine and high acuity cases after orientation
period. This role also learns, performs and completes
assignments/responsibilities assigned during the transitional duty
period. Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for
Hire: Registered by the State Board of Medicine and Certified
Surgical Technologist (CST) or Tech in Surgery-Certified (TS-C) or
Certified Operating Room or Surgical Technician (CORST)
certification. Certification or Registration Requirement for
Continued Employment: Registration by the Virginia State Board of
Medicine, Current AHA, BLS, HCP Certification Current CST; TS-C or
CORST required Experience REQUIRED: Minimum of 6 months experience
as a Surgical Technologist or related scrub tech position.
Experience PREFERRED: 2 years experience as a surgical technologist
or related scrub technician position Education/training REQUIRED:
High School Diploma or equivalent Graduate of a Surgical Technology
Program or a military training program or Licensed Practical
Nursing Program Education/training PREFERRED: Graduate of an
accredited Surgical Technology Program Independent action(s)
required: Functions under the direction of RN or independent
practitioner in providing direct patient care, emotional support
and problem solving, all in accordance with hospital, nursing and
unit policies and procedures. Requires prior approval or guidance
from supervisor for time/schedule changes, legal issues, direct
care which deviates from the standard and identification of
educational resources to meet developmental needs. Job duties may
include the handling, transportation, access to and/or contact with
medications and related supplies. Supervisory responsibilities (if
applicable): N/A Additional position requirements: Surgical
Technologists work all three shifts, weekends and holidays.
Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with
employee’s specific Nurse Manager/Clinical Coordinator. Schedules,
including requirements of shift rotations and hours of work may be
adjusted as necessary to meet staffing requirements or in the best
interests of the work unit. Takes independent call for routine or
high acuity cases after the orientation period. Age Specific groups
served: As appropriate based on transitional duty assignment.
Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as
appropriate): Physical: Lifting 50-100 lbs. Other: Exposure to
potentially hazardous and infectious substances Activities:
Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking
(distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead,
extensive, repetitive) Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning,
Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading,
Logical thinking Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace,
Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer
interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent, change
Rotating EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.
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