Surgical Technologist - Surgery Center

Mercy; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; 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 team. The role involves handling surgical instruments, coordinating perioperative care with colleagues, and upholding patient rights and confidentiality in alignment with Mercy Service Standards.

Qualified candidates include high school graduates, with BLS certification, and preferred postsecondary training in Surgical Technology. Non-licensed candidates may be considered depending on location and experience.

Qualifications

• Education: High-School Diploma or GED required.
• Licensure: Non-licensed/certified candidates may be considered.
• Experience: 24-Hour-Opportunity locations; may consider non-certified candidates with applicable surgical technologist experience.
• Certifications: BLS required.
• English: Must understand English written and spoken.
• Preferred Education: Postsecondary certificate or associate degree in Surgical Technology.
• Preferred Licensure-Certification: Surgical Technology Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Postsecondary certificate in Surgical Technology

Associate degree in Surgical Technology

Tools

BLS Certification

Surgical Technology Certification (preferred)

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.

Position Details:

Minimum Qualifications

Education:High-School Diploma or GED are required. You may be asked to provide proof of education.
Licensure:Non-licensed/certified candidates may be considered.
Experience:Non-24-Hour Opportunity locations May consider non-certified candidates with applicable surgical technologist experience. 24-Hour-Opportunity locations May consider non-experienced perioperative candidates.

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 ofa Postsecondary certificate orassociatedegreein 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.