Surgical Technician

commonspirit· General Surgery
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About this role

Where You’ll Work

Welcome to Saint Joseph East, a 217-bed, full-service, community hospital located in a convenient setting in Lexington, Kentucky. Saint Joseph East also includes the Women's Hospital at Saint Joseph East which is dedicated to supporting the well-being of women in Central and Eastern Kentucky and serves a 16-bed Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU). 

CHI Saint Joseph Health is part of CommonSpirit Health, a non-profit, Catholic health system dedicated to advancing health for all people. With approximately 175,000 team members and 25,000 physicians and advanced practice clinicians. 

Our commitment to serve the common good is delivered through the dedicated work of thousands of physicians, advanced practice clinicians, nurses, and staff; through clinical excellence delivered across a system of 140 hospitals and more than 2,200 care centers serving 24 states.

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Contributes to the safe, efficient operation of the surgical suite by assisting the physician, circulating RNs and anesthesia personnel during all levels of surgical procedures.  Has primary responsibility for set-up of the instruments/equipment on the sterile field to perform each surgical procedure, operation, and cleaning of all procedural equipment during procedures.  Works as a team member to provide harmonious flow of the surgical schedule and operating room running smoothly.

Essential Key Job Responsibilities

  • Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.

  • Contributes to efficient operation of the surgical suite and department.
  • Maintains confidentiality of information in the surgical suite and department.
  • Assists in delivering high quality care services in a professional, compassionate and courteous manner with respecting the dignity and individuality of each person who comes in contact with the organization by following the Standards of Excellence, Standards of Behavior and Conduct and Standards of Professional Appearance.
  • Gives direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of the RNs.
  • Responsible for the care, handling, and processing of all of the equipment and instruments.  
  • Prepares and sets up for all surgical procedures ensuring that the correct equipment and supplies are available during the case.
  • Ability to assist the physicians as needed with equipment and supplies consistent with their job classification.  
  • Knowledge of all complex and therapeutic procedures performed in the unit.
  • Ability to set up and assist with out of the department cases at the bedside or in the OR as necessary.
  • Passing sterile instruments during surgery in anticipation of the surgeon’s needs.
  • Able to recognize and communicate any patient issues to RN or physician during the procedure.
  • Maintains supplies and stocks procedure rooms and travel carts during down time.
  • Assists with tracking locations and maintaining inventory of equipment.
  • Disinfects and cleans scopes and equipment according to SGNA/ASGE standards and hospital policy.  
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

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    Job Requirements

    Required Education and Experience 

    Completed Facility On Site Competency Training Specific to Department within One Year of Employment and/or Completion of Formal Technical Program, Plus High School Education or GED equivalent.

    One year of OR, endoscopy or hospital experience

    Required Licensure and Certifications

    BLS-CPR

    Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Training

    None

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    Frequently Asked Questions

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    Is the Surgical Technician role at commonspirit full-time or part-time?
    This is listed as a OTHER position. It is posted as a Surgical Technician role in the General Surgery department at commonspirit.
    Which team or department does the Surgical Technician at commonspirit belong to?
    This Surgical Technician position is part of the General Surgery department at commonspirit. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
    How do I apply for the Surgical Technician position at commonspirit?
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    When was the Surgical Technician job at commonspirit posted?
    This Surgical Technician position at commonspirit was posted on Apr 27, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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