Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

Doctors Outpatient Surgery Center; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 30,376 - 42,843; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Match Program

Dental Insurance

Employee assistance program

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

Doctors Outpatient Surgery Center in Lincoln, Nebraska is hiring a full-time Surgical Technologist to support daily operations in the operating room. The role includes assisting nurses and physicians to ensure top-notch patient care.

The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma or GED, operating room experience, and a current BLS certification. This position offers a competitive pay rate and numerous employee benefits, including health and dental insurance.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Operating room experience is required; new graduates encouraged to apply.
• Current BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the organization and daily function of the operating room.
• Support nurses and physicians in delivering high-quality patient care.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Critical thinking

Organizational skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Certification as a Surgical Technologist

Job description

Hours are Mon‑Fri; Day Shift, no weekends, no holidays, no call, includes three 8‑hour shifts per week. Hours 0630‑1500. Enjoy a team‑based culture with flexible scheduling at our multi‑specialty, same‑day surgery center.

Position Summary

Assists in the organization and daily function of the operating room in accordance with established Federal, State, and accreditation standards and center policies and procedures. Assists the nurses and physicians in delivering the highest standard of patient care available.

Essential Competencies / Performance Expectations

• Demonstrates competence related to the application of the Surgery Center's core values.
• Practices all facets of health & safety.
• Practices human resource responsibility.
• Demonstrates competence in performance of duties and responsibilities related to tasks, skills, and procedures rendered to the clients served.

Minimum Requirements

Education / Experience / Licenses / Certificates / Eligibility

• High School diploma or GED.
• Operating room experience required. One year of hospital main operating room experience desired; new graduates welcome to apply.
• Current BLS required.
• Certification as a Surgical Technologist; will allow completion within first six months of hire.

Eligibility

• All employees must be able to provide proof of their identity and their right to work in the United States.

Skills / Knowledge / Ability

• Interpersonal: Effective communication skills; oral and written. Demonstrates a positive, friendly, and courteous manner. Serves as a role model to other staff members. Demonstrates the ability to work well with other employees.
• Critical Thinking: Ability to organize equipment, instruments, and supplies for cases according to patient needs and physician preference cards. Ability to adhere to the work schedule and manage time appropriately. Assumes responsibility for competency and takes initiative for professional development and continuing education. Ability to handle stress associated with prioritizing multiple tasks. Above average organization skills.
• Knowledge: Working knowledge and experience in a hospital, operating room, or ambulatory surgery center. Ability to anticipate the needs of the physician and have equipment, medical gases, and supplies readily available for all procedures. Ability to scrub all types of cases preferred. Ensures that an adequate amount of in‑house supplies and medical gases are available in accordance with weekly caseload.

Work Environment

Occasional overtime. Requires prioritization and time management skills.

Job Details

• Job Type: Full‑time
• Pay: $22.05 - $31.10 per hour; includes a financial benefit stipend
• Expected hours: 32 - 40 per week

Benefits

• 401(k) Match Program
• Dental Insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Additional Information

• Healthcare Setting: Ambulatory surgery center
• Medical Specialties: Surgery
• Schedule: 8‑hour shifts, Day shift, Monday to Friday, No weekends, no holidays
• Experience: Operating Room; new graduates encouraged to apply
• Language: English (Required)
• License / Certification: Certified Surgical Technologist (Required within 3 months of hire)
• Work Location: In person