**Job Summary and Responsibilities** As our Surgical Tech, you will help prepare the operating room and surgical team so they can successfully perform a variety of surgical procedures for patients. Every day you will set up surgical equipment and instruments, assist the surgical team, and ensure a sterile environment. You will be expected to adapt quickly, collaborate effectively within the OR team, and contribute directly to the patient's healing process. + Demonstrates superior knowledge and practice in the first scrub role + Understands supply costs and independently Works with team to assure that quality of care is maintained while cost containment is considered + Demonstrates superior knowledge of the varied surgical equipment and advanced surgical instrumentation. Assures appropriate equipment and supplies are available for each procedure + Assists in communication with Biomedical Services on the status of equipment needing repair or maintenance + Educates staff in the care of instrumentation and equipment _We are offering a_ **_$10,000 Sign On Bonus_** _to new hires that meet the eligibility requirements._ **Job Requirements** **Required** High School Diploma/GED Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or Certified Tech in Surgery – Certified (TS-C) or Certified First Assistant (CSFA) BLS (AHA only) Able to work in atleast 3 different specialty areas **Preferred** Graduate of an accredited educational program for Surgical Technologists **Where You'll Work** St. Luke’s Health-Memorial paves the way for quality, innovative health care in East Texas and provides more than a quarter of a million patient services each year. With hospitals in Lufkin, Livingston, and San Augustine, St. Luke’s Health-Memorial provides millions of dollars in charity care and community support each year. **Pay Range** $22.51 - $31.79 /hour We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.