Surgical Tech / CST

UKHS St. Francis Campus; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Health benefits

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus in Topeka, KS seeks a part-time, day-shift Outpatient Surgical Tech to support sterile technique and instrument handling in the OR suite.

Responsibilities include preparing instrumentation, assisting surgeons, maintaining patient safety, and helping with room turnover. Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, CST or accredited program, and BLS within 14 days of hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• CST certification or equivalent accredited program is expected.
• At least 1 year OR experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and anticipates instrumentation, equipment, and supplies for use during procedures.
• Anticipates surgeon needs by passing instruments and supplies during the procedure.
• Measures and passes medications, hemostatic agents, and irrigation solutions as needed.
• Maintains sterile technique to the highest standard during procedures.
• Assists with room turnover and terminal cleaning; supports first scrub role and counts.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CST certification

1+ years operating room experience

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, part-time, Outpatient Surgical Techin Topeka, KS.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus, a part of a rich legacy of compassionate care since 1909, now offers 378 licensed beds, a history of innovation, and strong community support.

Learn About a Day In the Life of a Surgical Tech:

Responsibilities

• Prepares and anticipates instrumentation, equipment, and supplies for usage during the procedure.
• Anticipates the needs of the surgeon by passing instruments and supplies to surgeon during procedure.
• Measures and passes medications, hemostatic agents,and irrigation solutions utilized during the surgical procedure.
• Maintains highest standard of sterile technique during the procedure.
• Assists members of the team withroom turnover andterminal cleaningof room.
• Performs instrument, sharps, and sponge counts with the surgical technologist in the first scrub role prior to the operation and before the incision is closed. Prepares and anticipates instrumentation, equipment,and supplies for usage during the procedure.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Meet at least one of the following:
  • Graduate from an accredited program or equivalent.
  • Certified Surgical Tech (CST).
  • 1+ years' of prior operating room experience.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.