Surgical Technologist

Barnes-Jewish Hospital; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center seeks an entry-level Surgical Technician to assist in the operating room under the supervision of a registered nurse. The role supports OR readiness, instrument handling, and specimen processing in a fast-paced perioperative environment.

Preferred candidates may have an accredited surgical program. Certification as Surgical Technician is listed among the job requirements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• No prior experience required; entry-level position.

Responsibilities

• Prepares operating room for surgical patient, reviews preference cards to determine surgeon needs and obtains supplies and equipment.
• Performs surgical scrub duties and assists with collection, identification, and disposition of cultures and specimens.
• Assists in turnover of the room and returns supplies, instruments, and equipment to proper locations.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Additional Information About The Role

Join the Surgical Services Team at BJC Healthcare. BJC Healthcare is dedicated to your growth and development. Be a part of an environment where you can thrive!

• Full-time and Benefits
• Locations - Multiple locations Available
• Schedule - Monday thru Friday & Weekends Available
• Hours - Days and Nights Available

Overview

Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center is the largest hospital in Missouri and is ranked as one of the nation's top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Barnes-Jewish Hospital's staff is composed of full-time academic faculty and community physicians of Washington University School of Medicine, supported by a house staff of residents, interns, fellows and other medical professionals. Recognizing its excellence in nursing care, Barnes-Jewish Hospital was the first adult hospital in Missouri to be certified as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. At Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Perioperative Services team members (RN, RNFA, ST) find the kind of fast-paced environment that will test their professional judgment and critical thinking skills, and encourage tremendous growth. It's an exhilarating place to build a nursing career. Here, you'll work with world-renowned surgeons and anesthesiologists, assist on unique and complex procedures, work with the latest technologies and treatments and play a vital role in developing new procedures and treatment protocols. In fact, people from all over the nation and the world come to Barnes-Jewish for our surgical specialties.

Role Purpose

Performs surgical duties for operating room procedures under the direct supervision of a registered nurse.

Responsibilities

• Prepares operating room for surgical patient, reviews preference cards to determine surgeon needs, obtains the necessary supplies and equipment for the procedure, ensures cleanliness of room, and assists with opening sterile supplies.
• Performs surgical scrub duties, and assists with the collection, identification, and disposition of cultures and specimens.
• Assists in turning over of room, and ensures supplies, instruments, and equipment are returned to proper location.

Minimum Requirements

Education

• High School Diploma or GED

Experience

Supervisor Experience

• No Experience

Preferred Requirements

Education

• Accred Surgical Program

Licenses & Certifications

• Surgical Technician

Benefits And Legal Statement

BJC Total Rewards

At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
• Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
• Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution
• 401(k) plan with BJC match
• Tuition Assistance available on first day
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
• Adoption assistance

Not all benefits apply to all jobs

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer