Surgical Technologist II Cert (N)

CoxHealth; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement with employer match

Job summary

CoxHealth South in Springfield, MO, is seeking a Surgical Technologist to support the operating room team during the perioperative phase. You will work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse to prepare sterile instruments, assist during procedures, and help ensure smooth patient care in a high-demand hospital setting.

The role requires either graduation from a Surgical Technology program or 5 years of related experience, with emphasis on teamwork, communication, and adaptability in a

Qualifications

• Requires graduate of Surgical Technology program or equivalent experience.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills required.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced perioperative setting under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist with perioperative patient care under RN supervision.
• Prepare and maintain sterile equipment and supplies for procedures.
• Support surgical team in the operating room and ensure patient safety.

Skills

Verbal communications

Written communications

Team collaboration

Analytical/problem solving

Multitasking

Adaptability

Education

Graduate from a school of Surgical Technology or 5 years' experience as a Surgical Technologist

Job description

Facility

CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807

Department

1056 Operating Room South

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Hours

6:30 AM -5:00 PM

Work Shift

Day Shift (United States of America)

CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence:

• Named one of Modern Healthcare's Best Places to work five times.
• Named one of America's Greatest Workplaces, Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare (2025, 2026), Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023, 2024), and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group .
• Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads.
• Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025).

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)

For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth

Job Description

A member of the healthcare team who functions under the supervision of the Registered Nurse and performs a variety of technical and supportive functions to assist with the care of the patient throughout their perioperative phase of hospitalization utilizing hospital/departmental standards, policies, protocols and procedures.

Education

• Required: Graduate from a school of Surgical Technology or 5 years' experience as a Surgical Technologist

Experience

• Preferred: Previous hospital and/or work experience as a Surgical Technologist

Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Able to work independently and collaboratively in teams
• Strong analytical/problem solving skills
• Flexibility and ability to work in a multi-tasking environment
• Able to work in a fast paced environment
• Ability to maintain personal effectiveness while dealing with various personalities, skill levels, and rapidly changing situations

Licensure/Certification/Registration

N/A