Sterile Fields. Steady Hands. A Surgical Career Worth Showing Up For in Richmond, Virginia

Some careers are measured in milestones. Others are measured in moments — the kind that happen inside an operating room, where every instrument passed and every sterile field maintained can mean the difference between a good outcome and a great one. If you're a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) who understands that weight and embraces it, Richmond, Virginia has a surgical team that is ready to welcome exactly who you are.

This isn't a role where you clock in, blend in, and clock out. This is a position where your instincts, your training, and your commitment to excellence are noticed — and needed — every single day. Whether you've been scrubbing in for years or you're early in your surgical career and eager to grow, this opportunity was built for someone who takes pride in the work behind the curtain.

What Your Day-to-Day Will Look Like:

• Setting up and organizing the operating room prior to each procedure
• Establishing and maintaining sterile fields in accordance with infection prevention standards
• Passing instruments, supplies, and equipment to surgeons and surgical assistants during procedures
• Managing, inspecting, and preparing surgical equipment before, during, and after each case
• Tracking supply levels and ensuring the OR is stocked and procedure-ready at all times
• Partnering closely with nurses, anesthesiologists, and the broader surgical team to deliver coordinated, safe patient care
• Performing accurate surgical counts and maintaining thorough documentation throughout each case

Education Requirements:

• Graduation from an accredited Surgical Technology program
• High school diploma or GED equivalent required

Required Certifications:

• Active CST (Certified Surgical Technologist) credential through NBSTSA
• Current BLS certification, or the ability to obtain within 90 days of hire

Skills and Qualities We Are Looking For:

• Broad knowledge of surgical instrumentation across multiple specialty areas
• Clear, confident communication within a fast-moving, high-stakes team environment
• Sharp prioritization instincts and the ability to pivot quickly when procedures evolve
• Disciplined organizational habits and meticulous attention to sterile technique
• A genuine commitment to patient safety and clinical best practices

What Makes This Opportunity Different:

• Shift flexibility with days, evenings, and weekend options available
• Exposure to a wide-ranging surgical caseload across multiple specialties
• Clear pathways for continuing education, clinical ladder progression, and career development
• Access to modern, well-maintained surgical suites and advanced technology
• A leadership team that genuinely invests in the people behind every procedure

What Life Looks Like After the Scrubs Come Off

Richmond, Virginia is one of those cities that surprises people — and then keeps them. It carries the soul of a place that knows its history but isn't stuck in it. Wide-open murals climb the sides of century-old buildings. James River rapids roar through the middle of the city, drawing kayakers and trail runners who can't quite believe they're still within city limits. And the food scene? It punches well above its weight — from award-winning craft breweries tucked into converted warehouse districts to James Beard-recognized chefs redefining what Southern cuisine can be.

Living here means weekends spent hiking the trails of the Virginia Capital Trail, browsing the eclectic shops of Carytown, or catching a local concert on Brown's Island. It means mild winters, colorful falls, and a pace of life that lets you breathe without sacrificing access to world-class amenities. And with a cost of living that remains refreshingly reasonable compared to other East Coast metros, your paycheck simply goes further here.

Richmond sits comfortably within driving distance of Washington D.C., the Blue Ridge Mountains, and Virginia Beach — giving you the kind of geographic flexibility that makes spontaneous road trips an easy weekend habit. It's a city built for people who want substance in both their professional lives and their personal ones.

A Surgical Team That Moves as One

Inside the OR, the best teams don't need to talk much — they already know. They read the room, anticipate the next move, and trust each other without hesitation. That's the kind of team you'll be joining here. Whether it's a complex orthopedic reconstruction or a same-day outpatient procedure, the culture is one of mutual respect, shared accountability, and quiet excellence.

You won't be a background player. As a CST, your precision is the foundation everything else is built on. Your count is the safety net. Your setup shapes the surgeon's confidence. And that contribution is recognized here — not just in words, but in how leadership listens, how schedules are built, and how growth opportunities are extended.

This Is Your Moment

If you've been looking for a surgical role where your credentials are respected, your schedule works for your life, and the city you come home to feeds your spirit — this is it.

Apply today and bring your expertise to a team in Richmond, Virginia that's ready to make room for everything you bring to the table.