Certified Surgical Tech bei Lifepoint Health

Certified Surgical Tech – Operating Room (PRN)
Location: Southern Tennessee Regional Health System – Lawrenceburg
Address: 1607 South Locust Avenue, Lawrenceburg, TN 38464
Schedule: PRN | 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM | Call rotation required (see details below)

About the Role
 

We are seeking a Certified Surgical Tech (CST) to join our Operating Room team at STRHS – Lawrenceburg. In this role, you’ll support a busy OR environment with a wide variety of surgical services. Our team values strong collaboration, patient-first care, and a positive culture that makes even the busiest days rewarding.

What You’ll Do

• Prepare and maintain a safe, sterile environment for surgical procedures.

• Support cases across General, OB/GYN, Orthopedics, Urology, Pediatric Dental, Ophthalmology, Podiatry, and C-sections.

• Work with advanced technology including MAKO robotics and Stryker towers.

• Assist with 15+ cases daily (200–250 monthly) with expected 10–15 minute turnovers.

• Partner closely with RNs, anesthesia, and SPD (Sterile Processing) for seamless patient care.

• Float as needed to Endoscopy and C-sections.

Team Structure

• Director: Barbara Tompkins

• OR Coordinator: Melissa Bedford

• Typical staffing per room: RN Circulator, CST, Anesthesia team (3 plus anesthesia).

• SPD contact: Mikaela Cox

Requirements

• Certification as a Surgical Technologist required (NBSTSA/NCCT).

• BLS certification (must obtain within 2 weeks of hire).

• Previous OR experience preferred; structured preceptor support and orientation provided based on experience.

• Must live within 30 minutes of the hospital for call requirements.

• Team-oriented, reliable, and committed to patient safety and collaboration.

Scheduling & Call

• Manager-assigned schedule and call days.

• Call: 24-hour monthly requirement (can be divided across days or taken all on one weekend day) + 1 major holiday annually.

• No call room available (must be within 30-minute response radius).

Why Join Us

• Team-focused OR with collaborative surgeons and friendly culture.

• Competitive pay with sign-on bonus available.

• Tuition reimbursement and certification support (CNOR, Periop 101) launching in 2026.

• Exposure to diverse service lines and advanced technology.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Southern Tennessee Regional Health System – Lawrenceburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.