Night Shift OR Surgical Tech — Asepsis Pro & Mentor

Truman Medical Centers; United States; On-site; USD 38,572 - 46,838; Part time

Job summary

Truman Medical Centers is seeking a skilled Operating Room Surgical Technologist to join our dynamic surgical team at University Health Truman Medical Center in Kansas City, MO. This part-time role supports the operating room, with a 6:45PM–7:15AM schedule and 36 hours per week, emphasizing asepsis and precision.

You will prepare instruments, maintain a sterile environment, and collaborate with surgeons while adapting to changing patient needs and priorities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program (CAAHEP) or formal military training as a surgical corpsman or medic or a minimum of three (3) years of hands‑on scrub experience across a variety of procedures.
• Current BLS certification (must be maintained throughout employment).
• Successful completion of OR department orientation and skills competency evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Prepare, organize, and maintain surgical instruments and equipment for a wide variety of procedures.
• Ensure a sterile environment and uphold all principles of surgical asepsis throughout procedures.
• Work collaboratively with surgeons and the surgical team, anticipating needs and responding efficiently during procedures.
• Adapt quickly to changes in patient condition or procedure requirements.
• Serve as a mentor and resource for surgical technologists new to the OR or currently in orientation.

Skills

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Calm under pressure

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CAAHEP accredited program

Military surgical training or 3 years scrub experience

Job description

Truman Medical Centers is seeking a skilled Operating Room Surgical Technologist to join our dynamic surgical team at University Health Truman Medical Center in Kansas City, MO. This part-time role supports the operating room, with a 6:45PM–7:15AM schedule and 36 hours per week, emphasizing asepsis and precision.

You will prepare instruments, maintain a sterile environment, and collaborate with surgeons while adapting to changing patient needs and priorities.