Jackson Purchase Medical Center
Certified Surgical Technician (CST) - Operating Room
Job Type: Full Time | Days
Schedule: 3 x 12-Hour Shifts
Your experience matters
Located in the scenic westernmost region of Kentucky, Jackson Purchase Medical Center offers a welcoming blend of small-town charm, natural beauty, and meaningful professional opportunity. Known for its close‑knit communities and affordable cost of living, the region provides an excellent quality of life for individuals and families alike.
More about our team
At the center of the region's healthcare services is Jackson Purchase Medical Center (JPMC) in Mayfield. Licensed as a 107‑bed acute care hospital, JPMC provides a comprehensive range of services, including emergency care, surgical services, intensive care, cardiology, women's services, and diagnostic imaging. The hospital serves as a vital healthcare resource for the surrounding communities, offering advanced care while maintaining a personal, community focused approach.
Our dedicated team is committed to delivering high‑quality, compassionate care close to home, guided by our mission of making communities healthier®. Team members at JPMC have the opportunity to make a visible impact, build strong professional relationships, and grow their careers in a supportive and collaborative environment.
How you'll contribute
ACertified Surgical Technician (CST) who excels in this role:
Prepare and maintain a sterile surgical environment, including instruments, equipment, and supplies
Assist surgeons during procedures by passing instruments and anticipating surgical needs
Perform surgical counts of instruments, sponges, and supplies to ensure patient safety
Handle, label, and maintain specimens according to protocol
Clean, sterilize, and restock surgical instruments and operating rooms following procedures
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.
- Free Parking
What we're looking for
Applicants should have a High School Diploma (or equivalent) and Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program. Additional requirements include:
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential (or eligibility to obtain within a specified timeframe)
Current BLS certification required within 30 days of hire
Knowledge of sterile techniques, surgical procedures, and instrumentation
Strong attention to detail, teamwork, and communication skills
More about Jackson Purchase Medical Center
Jackson Purchase Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.
EEOC Statement
"Jackson Purchase Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Jackson Purchase Medical Center 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.
