Surgical Technologist 3

Back Surgical Technologist 3 St. Dominic Hospital Jackson, MS, United States Apr 29, 2026 Technologist Job Description The Surgical Technologist 3 prepares and maintains medical equipment for surgical procedures. Follows hospital regulations and industry procedures to tend to patient during pre-operation procedures. Performs pre-operation preparations to the patient's skin, body and medical equipment. May be required to transport patient to and from the operating room. Relies on education, years of experience and judgment to accomplish job. Works under general supervision. Creativity and some latitude is expected to complete responsibilities. Job Standards and Performance Expectations Surgical Case Preparation Ensure proper equipment, instruments and supplies are provided for procedures and specialty areas. Ensure a well organized sterile setup/field is maintained at all times contributing to smooth operations. Anticipate and respond timely with efficiency when performing assignments. Follow proper sterile techniques and maintain a sterile field at all times. Provide assistance to the circulating RN with procedure/patient preparation. Working knowledge of autoclaves in order to consistently follow the proper sterilization method for selected instruments. Follow the proper procedure for counting of instruments, sponges and sharps. Instrumentation is checked for accuracy prior to procedure for proper functionality and maintained throughout procedure. Capable of competently scrubbing complex cases across all facility specialties Demonstrates expert knowledge of surgical equipment and advances surgical instrumentation within major specialties 2. Quality & Patient Safety Appropriate procedure supplies and equipment for age specific needs is provided within specified guidelines. Patients are transported safely and timely. Assist in the positioning of patients as needed. Ensure recommended AORN guidelines are followed at all times. 3. Collaboration & Teamwork Follow case progress in order to anticipate surgeons needs. Active participation in departmental improvement activities and staff meetings. Provide assistance to the OR staff with room turnovers to help decrease turnover times. Overhead pages are expected to be responded to as soon as possible or less than three (3) minutes. Assist with clerical OR desk duties after hours by answering phones or taking messages. Can be asked to volunteer for call and late stay as needed Actively respond to emergency situations and/or trauma procedures in the OR. Serves as mentor and role model for new team members. Act as a preceptor for new and existing staff; including assisting with annual competency assessments. 4. Other Duties as Assigned Other duties as assigned. Coordinate with OR Educator/OR Manager to develop and present annual in-services on equipment, instrumentation or surgical technique. Partner with various clinical programs to serve as a preceptor and mentor of clinical rotation students. Participate in the development and revision of a unit specific policy and/or SOP. Email me jobs like this About St. Dominic Hospital Since 1946, when the Dominican Sisters operated the Jackson Infirmary, to St. Dominic's burgeoning reputation as a premier healthcare organization, the human factor has been a vital part of St. Dominic's mission. Our Christian healing ministry goes hand in hand with the latest medical advancements to produce a level of care that addresses the specific needs of each patient, from the physical to the spiritual. At St. Dominic's, high-tech services are blended with high-touch care to produce the true miracle of healing. We entrust some of the most advanced technology into the hands of highly-skilled and caring physicians, surgeons and healthcare professionals. St. Dominic's commitment to our patients is illustrated through consistently high patient satisfaction scores, ongoing clinical performance initiatives, excellent medical outcomes and national designations and awards. Despite these outward signs of excellence, we choose to focus on the patient, extending a level of compassion, care and service that is unparalleled and uncompromised by changing healthcare trends. Today considered one of the region's most comprehensive hospitals, St. Dominic's boasts outstanding facilities2 offering a variety of programs and services. At the same time, our hospital has maintained its commitment to the healing ministry established by the Dominican Sisters over 60 years ago. We are proud to serve generations of the same family who appreciate our personal touch combined with high quality healthcare. Through these years of growth, change and transition, St. Dominic's has remained true to its mission. We strive to provide compassionate care, to continually improve innovation and performance, serve the community as a faith-based ministry and communicate a Christian message. Awards HealthGrades, the nation's leading independent healthcare ratings organization, recently released their 2009 data. HealthGrades ranked St. Dominic Hospital number one in the state for heart attack care and the fifth safest hospital in the nation for heart attack outcomes. St. Dominic's was also the only hospital in Mississippi to receive a five star rating for heart and stroke. Company Profile