Surgical Technologist jobs in Springfield, MA

Cooley Dickinson is the hospital where Surgical Technicians can grow and accelerate their careers. We are seeking professionals who are committed to the highest quality patient care and will contribute to our on-going pursuit of excellence.

About Us
With energy and purpose, Cooley Dickinson Health Care, a member of the Mass General Brigham system, is advancing health care in western Massachusetts, and has been since 1886. Our network employs more than 2,000 medical professionals and support staff, at our main Hospital campus in Northampton and additional locations in twelve towns throughout the Pioneer Valley. Cooley Dickinson's VNA & Hospice is also a vital part of our network, providing home-based services throughout Hampshire and Franklin counties.

Accolades and Recognition

Our staff has been consistently recognized for the quality of care and commitment to patient safety provided on a daily basis. Some of these awards include:
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)

• 5-star rating
• The American Association of Critical Care Nurses (AACN)
• Beacon Award for Excellence
• Human Rights Campaign Foundation
• LGBTQ Healthcare Equality Leader designation
• The American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) awarded a Level 3
• Geriatric Emergency Department Accreditation (GEDA)
• Baby-Friendly USA designated
• Baby-Friendly Hospital
• Newsweek Magazine and Statista named us one of the country's
• Best Maternity Hospitals
• Cooley Dickinson has earned six consecutive 'A' Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade and the Top General Hospital award

Our Benefits

In addition to competitive pay, all Cooley Dickinson employees who work 20 hours or more per week have access to the following benefits with no waiting period:
a range of health, dental, vision, prescription and life insurance benefits
a generous and flexible Earned Time Off program starting at six weeks accrual per year
403(b) retirement plan with various investment options
opportunities and support for continued education including tuition reimbursement

The Surgical Technologist is responsible for planning, preparing, and maintaining surgical instrumentation and the surgical field peri-operatively. The Surgical Technologist also performs various related activities post-operatively in relation to room and instrument decontamination.

This position is part of the 1199SEIU Bargaining Unit at Cooley Dickinson Hospital.

This position reports to the Nurse Manager, Operating Room and operates within established organizational and departmental policies and procedures.

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Successful completion of a program in surgical technology from an approved school required
• Certification in Surgical Technology required within 6 months of hire
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association required