Surgical Technologist - Full Time / 40hrs per week / Day/Evening shift

Why Join Us? At Tufts Medicine - Lowell General Hospital, we're more than a health system - we're a community of the brightest minds and the biggest hearts in healthcare. We combine academic innovation with compassion and community. If that excites you, then you belong with us.

Competitive salaries & benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits start day one

403(b) Retirement with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Free on-site parking

Opportunities for career growth

Hours: Full Time - 40 hours per week / Day Shift

Opportunity for 8,10 or 12-hour shifts(Shift start time: 7am)

(Weekend, Holiday & On-Call shift rotations required)

Location: Lowell General Hospital - 295 Varnum Avenue - Lowell, MA

Job Overview

This position is an entry level Surgical Technician position who practices under the supervision of the surgical team in the Operating Room to deliver patient care throughout the perioperative experience. Assists the Surgeon during surgery by providing the appropriate instruments and in maintaining and organizing operating room equipment. Performs according to the policies, procedures, philosophy, and objectives of the department and hospital. Works cooperatively within department and other services to create a system of quality health care.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Before July 1, 2013, employed as a surgical technologist in a surgical facility; OR Successfully completed a training program for surgical technology in the military; OR Graduated from an accredited Surgical Tech Program.

3. 0-Less than 12 Months of healthcare experience.

4. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.

5. Graduates of an accredited Surgical Tech Program must obtain credential within 12 months of graduation date.

Duties and Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

1. Functions in a professional manner as the Surgical Technologist Operating Room on a wide variety and in all stages of surgical procedures.

2. Maintains strict aseptic technique during set-up, patient draping and during surgical procedure.

3. Scrubs on surgical cases, participates in surgery by organizing the instrumentation to the surgeon, participating in surgical counts.

4. Selects and prepares the appropriate instruments, supplies and equipment for surgical cases.

5. Performs all counts with the circulating nurse according to Operating Room policy.

6. Manages all intraoperative medications in accordance with Operating Room policy.

7. Manages surgical specimens according to Physician's orders and Hospital policy.

8. Follows Operating Room procedures for the proper decontamination of instrumentation, equipment, and room turnover.

9. When not participating on surgical cases, assists with positioning obtaining needed items during surgery and assists in room turnover activities.

About Lowell General
For more than 125 years, Lowell General has served the Greater Lowell community with pride. We balance the first-rate care of a premier medical center with the warmth of a four-time Magnet-recognized community hospital. As a member of our team, you'll join over 3,000 dedicated care providers to offer complete, connected care, when and where patients need it most.

Magnet Designation:
TheAmerican Nurses Credentialing Center(ANCC) honored Lowell General Hospital withMagnet Recognitionfor excellence in nursing care, our fourth designation achieved in March 2025! The Magnet Recognition Program recognizes healthcare organizations dedicated to nursing excellence, professionalism, and patient-focused care. It is the highest level of recognition an organization can receive for providing the very best quality in patient care. Only nine percent of hospitals in the United States have achieved Magnet status and fewer than one percent of hospitals have achieved a fourth consecutive Magnet designation.

At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day.

The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals.

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