Surgical Technologist- Joplin

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Surgical Technologist to support the operating room by providing instruments and coordinating patient care with the surgical team. The role emphasizes adherence to Mercy mission, values and service standards.

Minimum qualifications include a high-school diploma or GED and BLS certification; non-certified applicants with relevant experience may be considered. English proficiency is required, with preferred completion of a surgical technology program.

Qualifications

• High-School Diploma or GED required.
• Non-certified applicants may be considered with acceptable surgical technology experience.
• BLS certification required.
• Must understand English (written and spoken).
• Preferred: Postsecondary certificate or an associate degree in Surgical Technology.
• Preferred: Surgical Technology Certification.

Responsibilities

• Maintains accountability for supplying surgical instruments to the team.
• Coordinates care of the surgical patient with team members.
• Performs duties in line with Mercy mission, values and standards.

Skills

BLS certification

English proficiency

Education

High-School Diploma or GED

Postsecondary certificate or associate degree in Surgical Technology

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy! Performs the primary function of a Surgical Technologist in the Operating Room. Maintains accountability for the provision of surgical instruments to the surgical team. Coordinates the care of the surgical patient with other team members. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Minimum Qualifications (Level III)

• Education: High-School Diploma or GED is required. You may be asked to provide proof of education.
• Licensure: Non-certified applicants may be considered for this position with acceptable surgical technology experience.
• Experience: Non-certified applicants may be considered for this position with acceptable surgical technology experience.
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• Other: Must understand English both written and spoken, must be able to safely and successfully perform job-related functions, with or without reasonable accommodation required by federal, state, or local law.
• Preferred Education: Successful completion of a Postsecondary certificate or associate degree in Surgical Technology from an accredited surgical technology program.
• Preferred Licensure - Certification: Surgical Technology Certification preferred.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.