Surgical Technologist

St. Mary's Medical Center; Blue Springs (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

St. Mary’s Medical Center in Blue Springs, MO is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) to support surgeons in the operating room.

The role focuses on maintaining sterile technique, passing instruments, and ensuring accurate counts pre- and post-procedure in a fast-paced setting. The position requires ORT CST training or equivalent experience, BLS certification, and cross-specialty proficiency within 6 months across Gen, Gyn, Urol, Vasc, ENT/Plastics or Major Vascular, Ortho, Neuro.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ORT training program or on-the-job training with a minimum of 3 years' experience (surgical setting preferred).
• Experience in scrubbing minor and major procedures in various surgical specialties (i.e., General, Ortho, Urology, and GYN).
• Current BLS (AHA) upon hire and maintain current.
• Two to three years of experience working in an operating room setting or Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) upon hire, and maintain current
• Must be proficient in the following specialties within 6 months: a. Gen b. Gyn c. Urol d. Vasc e. ENT/Plastics
• Must be proficient in one of the following specialties within 6 months: a. Major Vascular b. Ortho c. Neuro
• Proficient is defined as an associate who can perform cases in that specialty independently.

Responsibilities

• Maintain strict sterile technique and ensure proper sterilization of instruments
• Assist surgeons during procedures by passing instruments and anticipating needs
• Perform accurate counts of sponges, needles, and instruments pre- and post-procedure
• Support patient positioning and surgical site preparation (draping)
• Collaborate effectively with surgeons, nurses, and OR team members to ensure efficient workflow
• Prepare and organize surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment for procedures

Education

ORT training program

Job description

Bonus Information

Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.

Bonus Amount $5,000

Overview

Department: Surgical Services

Employment Type: Full-Time

Shift: Days

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

On-Call: As Needed

Location: St. Mary\'s Medical Center- Blue Springs, MO

Join an innovative and patient-focused healthcare team as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) at St. Joseph Medical Center. In this role, you will play a critical part in the operating room, supporting surgical procedures by ensuring a sterile environment, maintaining precision, and delivering exceptional patient care. This position is ideal for a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced surgical setting.

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Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but is not limited to):

• Maintain strict sterile technique and ensure proper sterilization of instruments
• Assist surgeons during procedures by passing instruments and anticipating needs
• Perform accurate counts of sponges, needles, and instruments pre- and post-procedure
• Support patient positioning and surgical site preparation (draping)
• Collaborate effectively with surgeons, nurses, and OR team members to ensure efficient workflow
• Prepare and organize surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment for procedures

Qualifications

Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:

• Graduate of an ORT training program or on-the-job training with a minimum of 3 years\' experience (surgical setting preferred).
• Experience in scrubbing minor and major procedures in various surgical specialties (i.e., General, Ortho, Urology, and GYN).
• Current BLS (AHA) upon hire and maintain current.
• Two to three years of experience working in an operating room setting or Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) upon hire, and maintain current
• Must be proficient in the following specialties within 6 months: a. Gen b. Gyn c. Urol d. Vasc e. ENT/Plastics
• Must be proficient in one of the following specialties within 6 months: a. Major Vascular b. Ortho c. Neuro
• Proficient is defined as an associate who can perform cases in that specialty independently.

Employment Status Full Time

Shift Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

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