Req#: R33627
Category(s): Allied Health Clinical Professional, Surgical Services
Full Time / Part Time: Per Diem
Shift: First

Surgical Technologist Intern

Location: Baystate Medical Center, Springfield, MA
Schedule: Per diem | 8–12 hours per week
Department: Main Operating Room or Chestnut Day Surgery OR

Launch your career in surgical technology with hands-on experience in one of Massachusetts’ leading academic medical centers.

At Baystate Health, we’re more than just a hospital—we’re a community of caregivers, educators, and innovators dedicated to improving lives. As a Surgical Technologist Intern, you’ll gain invaluable real-world experience in a supportive environment while working alongside top-tier medical professionals and mentors.

Why Choose Baystate Health?

• Hands-on Training: Learn directly from skilled surgeons, nurses, and surgical technologists in a fast-paced, supportive environment.

• Mission-Driven Work: Contribute to high-quality, patient-centered surgical care.

• Academic Excellence: Be part of western Massachusetts’ only academic medical center and tertiary care provider.

• Inclusive Culture: We’re committed to dignity, equity, and increasing diverse representation across our teams.

• Pathway to Certification: Gain the experience you need to become a certified Surgical Technologist within 6 months of graduation.

About the Role

Under the guidance of a clinical preceptor, RN Service Line Supervisor, and surgeon or physician, the Surgical Technologist Intern supports the safe and efficient delivery of surgical care. This internship offers exposure to a wide range of surgical procedures, with opportunities to build foundational skills in sterile technique, instrumentation, teamwork, and surgical anticipation.

As a Surgical Technologist Intern, you will:

• Assist in preparing the operating room for surgical procedures

• Maintain and manage surgical instruments and sterile supplies

• Learn to anticipate the needs of the surgical team throughout procedures

• Ensure a sterile, organized, and safe operating room environment

• Handle and label specimens appropriately

• Gain understanding of pharmacological agents used during surgery

• Develop skills in sharps safety, aseptic technique, and intraoperative temperature regulation

• Collaborate with the surgical team in delivering quality patient care

What We’re Looking For

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in the senior year of an accredited Surgical Technology program

• Must obtain Surgical Technologist certification within 6 months of graduation

Skills & Competencies:

• Knowledge of sterile and aseptic techniques

• Understanding of human anatomy and surgical procedures

• Ability to work effectively in a high-pressure team environment

• Strong communication and organizational skills

• Familiarity with medical terminology and surgical tools

About Baystate Health

Baystate Health is a nationally recognized leader in healthcare quality, safety, and education. We train hundreds of healthcare professionals each year and are committed to continuous learning, improvement, and compassion in all that we do.

We are proud to foster an inclusive and equitable environment for all employees and are actively working to increase diversity across our organization.

Start Your Journey Today

Be part of something bigger. Apply now and take the next step in your career as a Surgical Technologist Intern at Baystate Health.

You Belong At Baystate

At Baystate Health we know that treating one another with dignity and equity is what elevates respect for our patients and staff. It makes us not just an organization, but also a community where you belong. It is how we advance the care and enhance the lives of all people.

DIVERSE TEAMS. DIVERSE PATIENTS. DIVERSE LOCATIONS.

Education:

Associates of Science: Surgical Technology (Required)

Certifications:

Basic Cardiac Life Support – American Heart AssociationAmerican Heart Association, Certified Surgical Technician – OtherOther

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

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