Surgical Technologist

Surgical Technologist - New Grads Welcome to Apply!

Job Type: Full Time- Day Shift

Your experience matters Raleigh General Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being, so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Surgical Technologist joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

Bring your surgical skills to a team where every role in the OR matters. At Raleigh General Hospital, our Surgical Services team works together to provide exceptional care across a wide variety of procedures. Our main OR features seven fully equipped procedure rooms, with specialties ranging from orthopedics, trauma and spine to general surgery, gynecology, vascular, urology, and Da Vinci robotic cases.

As a Surgical Technologist, you'll be part of a collaborative, hands-on environment supporting both inpatient and outpatient surgical care. It's an opportunity to build experience across multiple specialties while joining a hospital culture focused on connection, support, respect, and making a difference in the community.

How you'll contribute

As a Surgical Technologist, you'll be an essential part of the surgical team, helping create a safe, efficient, and patient-focused environment. In this role, you will:

• Establish and maintain the sterile field while following infection-prevention and safety practices.
  • Prepare operating rooms, instruments, equipment, and supplies for surgical procedures.
  • Anticipate surgeons' needs and efficiently pass instruments, supplies, and equipment during procedures.
  • Complete accurate surgical counts and help maintain organization throughout each case.
  • Assist with patient preparation, positioning, and draping within your scope of practice.
  • Handle surgical specimens and supplies according to established procedures.
  • Turnover and prepare operating rooms between cases.
  • Collaborate with surgeons, nurses, anesthesia professionals, and the entire perioperative team.
  • Remain attentive and ready to respond as patient and procedural needs change.
  • Bring teamwork, precision, and a strong focus on patient safety to every surgical case.

What we're looking for

• High School Diploma 
• State Registered Nursing Assistant (SRNA) certification or
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification preferred.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification (BCLS) - Required
• Experience preferred. New graduates who have completed an accredited program and are preparing to sit for certification are encouraged to apply.

 Schedule: Monday-Friday, Day Shift with on-call. Must be 30 minutes from facility during on-call hours. On-call is one night a week (after shift) and one weekend a month. 

 Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

More about Raleigh General Hospital

Raleigh General Hospital is a 300-bed acute care hospital in Beckley, West Virginia, providing a wide range of healthcare services to communities across southern West Virginia. Known for its commitment to quality care, advanced clinical services, and strong community connections, Raleigh General offers team members the opportunity to learn, grow, and make a difference alongside a dedicated team of healthcare professionals.

EEOC Statement

Raleigh General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Raleigh General Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.