Surgical Tech - Part Time

SCOTT COUNTY HOSPITAL•Scott City, KS

About The Position

The Surgical Technologist supports safe and efficient surgical care by preparing and maintaining the operating room, adhering to sterile technique, and anticipating the needs of the surgeon and clinical team during procedures. The role also works in Central Sterile processing, cleaning, disinfecting, assembling, and sterilizing surgical instruments in accordance with safety and infection control standards. The position contributes to patient safety and surgical outcomes by maintaining a sterile environment and supporting efficient procedures. It also supports a positive patient and team experience through professional communication, collaboration, and respectful, compassionate interactions. The Surgical Technologist documents supplies, instruments, and procedures according to departmental and hospital guidelines; supports applicable billing and regulatory compliance; and maintains readiness of surgical supplies and instruments through restocking, usage tracking, and timely reporting of needs. The role follows hospital, departmental, and regulatory policies, including infection control, safety, sterile processing, and surgical protocols. It also supports departmental operations, teamwork, flexibility, and quality improvement initiatives. The position is identified as part-time, with schedules typically ranging from 20–24 hours per week for part-time status or 36–40 hours per week for full-time status, as assigned. Training requires full-time availability for about six months. The employee must be available for on-call work after hours and on weekends.

Requirements

Active Kansas state CNA certification in good standing.
BLS certification.
Ability to work full-time during the training period, which is about six months.
Availability for on-call work after hours and on weekends.
Professional and ethical conduct, with commitment to patient safety and confidentiality.
Attention to detail, dependability, and ability to remain composed in high-pressure situations.
Ability to collaborate effectively as a team member with a service-oriented mindset.
Initiative, resourcefulness, and effective problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of surgical procedures, instrumentation, and sterile techniques.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Knowledge of instrument decontamination, sterilization, and sterile processing standards.
Ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 25 pounds, bend, and perform tasks requiring manual dexterity.
Good vision and hearing, including close, distance, peripheral, and depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Previous operating room experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Prepare and maintain the operating room for surgical procedures.
Maintain strict sterile technique and follow established surgical protocols.
Anticipate the needs of the surgeon and clinical team and respond promptly during procedures.
Clean, disinfect, assemble, process, and sterilize surgical instruments according to infection control and sterile processing standards.
Communicate and collaborate professionally with patients, families, and members of the healthcare team.
Document supplies, instruments, and procedures in accordance with departmental and hospital policies and guidelines.
Support compliance with applicable billing practices and regulatory requirements.
Maintain surgical supplies and instruments; restock supplies, track usage, and report supply needs in a timely manner.
Follow hospital, departmental, and regulatory policies, including infection control and safety standards.
Participate in departmental operations and quality improvement initiatives, demonstrating flexibility, teamwork, accountability, adaptability, and reliability.
Remain available for on-call work after hours and on weekends.