Surgical Tech - Outpatient Surgery Center (Full Time/AM)
Universal Health Services, Inc., Washington, District Of Columbia, United States
Responsibilities
Unit Overview (ASC)
The GW Hospital Ambulatory Surgery Center provides same-day procedures in general surgery, orthopedics, GI, plastics, and ENT. The unit emphasizes:
Efficient, outpatient, procedure-focused care
Strong teamwork among surgeons, anesthesiologists, RNs, techs, and support staff
Standardized workflows, safety checklists, and evidence-based practices
Position Summary
The Surgical Technologist at the Ambulatory Surgery Center supports safe, efficient outpatient surgery by preparing the OR, maintaining sterility, and anticipating surgeons' needs. This role suits a detail-oriented tech who enjoys a fast-paced, scheduled-case setting and close collaboration with surgeons, anesthesia, and nursing in an academic medical center.
Main Responsibilities
Prepare the OR, verify case carts, and set up supplies
Maintain aseptic technique and patient safety
Serve as scrub tech, anticipating needs and handling instruments/specimens
Assist with positioning and basic OR equipment
Support room turnover and supply management
Document care and participate in quality/safety initiatives
Demonstrate professionalism and clear communication with the care team
Qualifications
Qualifications - Required
Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program.
Current BLS certification.
Basic knowledge of sterile technique, surgical instruments, and OR safety standards.
Strong communication skills for effective teamwork.
Qualifications - Preferred
Certification as a Surgical Technologist (CST).
At least 1 year of experience in an operating room or ASC.
Experience with various surgical specialties.Prior work in an academic medical center.
Benefit & Rewards Highlights
Challenging and rewarding work environment
Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plans
401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
Tuition savings to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University
Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com
About Universal Health Services
One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception as an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, the company reported annual revenues of $17.4 billion in 2025. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies, and in 2025, was listed in Forbes' ranking of America's Largest Public Companies.
Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities, and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network, and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. For additional information, visit www.uhs.com.
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EEO Statement:
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates are critical to our success.
Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams:
At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail service such as Hotmail, Gmail, or Yahoo Mail.
If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email that mentions UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to the appropriate law enforcement authorities. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.
Unit Overview (ASC)
The GW Hospital Ambulatory Surgery Center provides same-day procedures in general surgery, orthopedics, GI, plastics, and ENT. The unit emphasizes:
Efficient, outpatient, procedure-focused care
Strong teamwork among surgeons, anesthesiologists, RNs, techs, and support staff
Standardized workflows, safety checklists, and evidence-based practices
Position Summary
The Surgical Technologist at the Ambulatory Surgery Center supports safe, efficient outpatient surgery by preparing the OR, maintaining sterility, and anticipating surgeons' needs. This role suits a detail-oriented tech who enjoys a fast-paced, scheduled-case setting and close collaboration with surgeons, anesthesia, and nursing in an academic medical center.
Main Responsibilities
Prepare the OR, verify case carts, and set up supplies
Maintain aseptic technique and patient safety
Serve as scrub tech, anticipating needs and handling instruments/specimens
Assist with positioning and basic OR equipment
Support room turnover and supply management
Document care and participate in quality/safety initiatives
Demonstrate professionalism and clear communication with the care team
Qualifications
Qualifications - Required
Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program.
Current BLS certification.
Basic knowledge of sterile technique, surgical instruments, and OR safety standards.
Strong communication skills for effective teamwork.
Qualifications - Preferred
Certification as a Surgical Technologist (CST).
At least 1 year of experience in an operating room or ASC.
Experience with various surgical specialties.Prior work in an academic medical center.
Benefit & Rewards Highlights
Challenging and rewarding work environment
Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plans
401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
Tuition savings to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University
Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com
About Universal Health Services
One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS), has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception as an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, the company reported annual revenues of $17.4 billion in 2025. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune's World's Most Admired Companies, and in 2025, was listed in Forbes' ranking of America's Largest Public Companies.
Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities, and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network, and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. For additional information, visit www.uhs.com.
From Fortune, 2025, 2026 Fortune Media IP Limited. All rights reserved. Used under license.
EEO Statement:
All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates are critical to our success.
Avoid and Report Recruitment Scams:
At UHS and all our subsidiaries, our Human Resources departments and recruiters are here to help prospective candidates by matching skill set and experience with the best possible career path at UHS and our subsidiaries. During the recruitment process, no recruiter or employee will request financial or personal information (e.g., Social Security Number, credit card or bank information, etc.) from you via email. Our recruiters will not email you from a public webmail service such as Hotmail, Gmail, or Yahoo Mail.
If you suspect a fraudulent job posting or job-related email that mentions UHS or its subsidiaries, we encourage you to report such concerns to the appropriate law enforcement authorities. We encourage you to refer to legitimate UHS and UHS subsidiary career websites to verify job opportunities and not rely on unsolicited calls from recruiters.