Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - CHoR Pediatric Operating Room - Weekend Incentive Program -
Company: VCU Health
Location: Richmond
Posted on: February 23, 2026
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Job Description:
$15,000 sign-on bonus for offers accepted by February 28, 2026.
Terms and conditions applyThe Surgical Technologist III WIP
(operating room scrub technician) possesses advanced skills in
assigned specialty area and maintains knowledge and skills to
function competently on any team based on departmental needs. This
job sets up sterile field, gathers supplies for surgical cases
based on knowledge of instruments and equipment to be used.The
Surgical Technologist III WIP role passes instruments to surgeons
during surgery. This role also formulates plans for procedures with
nurses and surgeons.The Surgical Technologist III WIP plans and
facilitates quality assurance and/or performance improvement
activities. This position serves as a resource and preceptor to
Surgical Technologists I and II in their assigned specialty area.
This position demonstrates advanced skills in practice specialty.
This position also functions under the direct supervision of an RN
circulator.Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements
for Hire: Registered by the State Board of Medicine and Certified
Surgical Technologist (CST) or Tech in Surgery-Certified (TS-C) or
Certified Operating Room or Surgical Technician (CORST)
certification.Certification or Registration Requirement for
Continued Employment: Registration by the Virginia State Board of
Medicine, Current AHA, BLS, HCP Certification Current CST; TS-C or
CORST requiredExperienceREQUIRED: Minimum of2 years' experience as
a Surgical Technologist or related scrub technician
positionExperience PREFERRED: 3-5 years' experienceas a surgical
technologist or related scrub technician position, with 2 years in
a specific practice area.Education/training REQUIRED: High School
Diploma or equivalent Graduate of a Surgical Technology Program or
a military training program or Licensed Practical Nursing
ProgramEducation/training PREFERRED: Graduate of an accredited
Surgical Technology ProgramIndependent action(s) required:
Functions under the direction of RN or independent practitioner in
providing direct patient care, emotional support and problem
solving, all in accordance with hospital, nursing and unit policies
and procedures. Requires prior approval or guidance from supervisor
for time/schedule changes, legal issues, direct care which deviates
from the standard and identification of educational resources to
meet developmental needs. Job duties may include the handling,
transportation, access to and/or contact with medications and
related supplies.Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable):
N/AAdditional position requirements: Surgical Technologists work
all three shifts, weekends and holidays. Individual shift rotation
and schedules will be established with employee's specific Nurse
Manager/Clinical Coordinator. Schedules, including requirements of
shift rotations and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to
meet staffing requirements or in the best interests of the work
unit. Takes independent call for routine or high acuity cases after
the orientation period. Age Specific groups served: As appropriate
based on transitional duty assignment.Physical Requirements
(includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical:
Lifting 50-100 lbs. Other: Exposure to potentially hazardous and
infectious substances Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged
sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps,
ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive)
Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing,
Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical reasoning Emotional:
Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple
priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy
environment, Able to adapt to frequent, changeWeekend
DayEEOEmployer/Disabled/ProtectedVeteran/41 CFR 60-1.4.
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