OB Surgical Technologist

Mercy; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy in Joplin, MO is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) to provide comprehensive patient care in the obstetrics suite. Under nursing and medical staff direction, you will perform clinical and clerical duties, support ADLs for mothers and newborns, and assist in surgical procedures with a focus on safety and teamwork.

New graduates through experienced technologists are welcome; BLS and CST certification are required, and you may be on call.

Qualifications

• High-School Diploma or GED is required.
• Completion of a Surgical Technologist Program per NBST is required.
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification required.
• Maintain Certification without gaps.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and non-clinical support for obstetric patients and assist with surgical procedures.
• Support the nursing team and patients with activities of daily living and care assistance.
• Maintain patient records, bed control, transport, and other unit operations as assigned.
• Work as part of a team and respond calmly to obstetrical emergencies.

Skills

Teamwork

Clinical care support

English proficiency

Safety compliance

Education

High-School Diploma or GED

Surgical Technologist Program completion

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Maintains professional accountability and technical support for provision of patient care for the OB patients experience.Under the direction of Nursing and Medical Staff, provide a wide variety of duties related to patient care, clerical support and surgical assistance. Works cooperatively with others as part of a team and recognizes the importance of unit goals. Performs designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks essential to providing care to the patient and the success of the unit. May assist in operational support tasks including maintenance of patient records, bed control and turnover, patient registration, charge capture, ensuring adequate supplies, phlebotomy, transport of specimens, patient transport, obtain blood glucose, Birth Certificate entry, and other duties as assigned. Support the nursing team and patients by providing supportive care and assistance withADL'sto newborns, childbearing and postpartum patients, pediatric patients, and others as assigned. Maintains calm and works efficiently and effectively through obstetrical emergencies, as part of the team. May be required to take call. All duties are performed in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details:

Education:High-School Diploma or GED arerequired. This is a certified technologist (CST) position. The Completion of a Surgical Technologist Program per the National Board of Surgical Technology is required. Maintain Certification without gaps. You may be asked to provide proof of education.

Licensure:None.

Certifications:American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)and Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification required.

Experience:New graduate up to experienced surgical technologist experience.

Other:Must understand English both written and spoken, must be able toperform job-related functions safely and successfully, with or without reasonable accommodation required by federal, state, or local law.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.