Surgical Tech / CST

Ardent Health Services; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus in Topeka, KS is seeking a day shift, full-time Surgical Tech to join our operating room team.

You will prepare instrumentation and assist during procedures, maintaining sterile technique and ensuring efficient room turnover. Required are a high school diploma or equivalent, CST or graduation from an accredited program, 1+ year OR experience, and BLS within 14 days of hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate from an accredited program or CST certification or equivalent OR experience.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

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 with room turnover and terminal clearing of 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.

Education

Graduate from an accredited program or equivalent

Certified Surgical Tech (CST)

1+ years’ of prior operating room experience

Job description

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Surgical Tech in 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 with room turnover and terminal clearing of 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.