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Note: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.

Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum

$30.00 - $38.17 - $49.08

Surgical Technologist – Part-Time (32 Hours/Week, Days)

**Location:** Baystate Franklin Medical Center

**Department:** Surgical Services

**Reports To:** Unit Manager, RN Clinical Operations Coordinator, and/or RN Service Leads

**Hours:** 8 hour shifts, Monday -Friday. Variable start times. Call coverage in rotation on weeknights, weekends, and holidays (all non-operation hours are covered by call).

About Baystate Franklin Medical Center’s Operating Rooms

Baystate Franklin Medical Center’s Operating Rooms provide comprehensive surgical care to patients across our community, offering a wide range of procedures in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Our skilled surgical teams perform general, orthopedic, gynecologic, urologic, and other specialty surgeries using advanced technology and a patient-centered approach. We pride ourselves on a collaborative, supportive environment where every team member plays an essential role in ensuring safe, high-quality surgical care.

Position Summary

Under the direction of the Unit Manager, RN Clinical Operations Coordinator, and/or RN Service Leads, the **Surgical Technologist** works directly under surgeon and physician guidance to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures.

The Surgical Technologist must possess expertise in the theory and application of aseptic technique and demonstrate the ability to integrate knowledge of human anatomy, the surgical process, and procedural instrumentation, including advancing technologies. The technologist anticipates the needs of surgeons and physicians through continuous attention to the surgical process and patient condition to promote a safe, efficient, and high-quality surgical outcome.

These skills support the performance of minimally invasive, invasive, therapeutic, and diagnostic surgical procedures across a variety of surgical specialties.

The Surgical Technologist provides patient care primarily through service to the surgeon or physician. They are expected to understand the procedure being performed, anticipate team needs, and maintain the sterile field to ensure quality patient care. The Surgical Technologist is accountable for maintaining current skills and knowledge consistent with their assignments and in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

Maintains safety in the operation, management, and inspection of designated equipment and instruments in accordance with manufacturer guidelines and established policies and procedures.

Participates as part of the operating room team, demonstrating knowledge of the patient’s history, allergies, and intraoperative care plan.

Demonstrates knowledge in the use of pharmacological agents dispensed to the sterile field, including recognition of mixtures, doses, and labeling per policies and procedures.

Maintains an environment that promotes patient safety and upholds aseptic technique during all aspects of surgical care.

Accurately completes documentation related to tasks within the surgical technologist’s scope of practice.

Meets the requirements of the designated clinical recognition ladder for a Surgical Technologist.

Demonstrates proficiency and knowledge in sharps safety practices.

Demonstrates skill and understanding in intraoperative temperature regulation measures.

Demonstrates proper specimen handling and labeling techniques.

Exhibits strong knowledge and communication of medical terminology.

Required Qualifications

+ Graduate of an **accredited Surgical Technology program** (accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education Association) **or** completion of a structured training program with an equivalent professional credential.

+ New hires must obtain certification if they had no prior experience in a surgical facility before **July 1, 2013.**

Preferred Qualifications

+ None listed.

Skills and Competencies

+ Expertise in sterile and aseptic techniques.

+ Strong understanding of human anatomy and surgical procedures.

+ Ability to anticipate the needs of the surgical team and support the efficient flow of procedures.

+ Skilled in the use of surgical instrumentation, tools, and technologies.

+ Excellent communication, teamwork, and attention to detail.

+ Commitment to patient safety, infection control, and high-quality care.

**Join our team at Baystate Franklin Medical Center** , where you’ll play a vital role in providing safe, compassionate, and expert surgical care in a collaborative, patient-centered environment.

Education:

Associates Degree (Required)

Certifications:

Basic Life Support - American Heart AssociationAmerican Heart Association, Certified Surgical Technician - OtherOther

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.