Surgical Technologist Tier 2

Texas Nursing Services•Kansas City, MO

62d•$52,000 - $72,800•Onsite

About The Position

Join a respected surgical services team at a 585-bed teaching and trauma center in Kansas City, Missouri, as an Operating Room Technologist II (Tier 2). This role is designed for experienced technologists who are confident handling most surgical specialties and ready to take the next step toward advanced practice. You’ll work side-by-side with top surgeons and a collaborative perioperative team in a hospital known for innovation, quality, and patient safety.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program (CORT)
Minimum 1 year of operating-room experience in acute care settings
Competency as first scrub in three of four specialty areas (Robotic, Total Joints, Neuro/Spine, Vascular)
Current BLS certification (AHA or Red Cross)
Must reside within 30 minutes of facility

Nice To Haves

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST – NBSTSA) credential
3+ years of multi-specialty surgical experience
Excellent organization, communication, and wire-handling skills

Responsibilities

Prepare operating rooms, instruments, and sterile supplies for scheduled and emergency cases.
Scrub and assist surgeons in procedures such as robotics, orthopedics, neuro/spine, and vascular.
Anticipate team needs during surgery and ensure seamless communication throughout each case.
Maintain aseptic technique, monitor equipment performance, and support room turnover efficiency.
Collaborate with circulating nurses, anesthesia staff, and physicians to optimize outcomes.
Support staff education, orientation, and process-improvement efforts within the OR.
Participate in on-call rotations with 30-minute response compliance.

Benefits

Health Insurance Options – medical, dental, vision plans with free preventive care and telehealth access
401(k) retirement plan with 100 % match of 3 %–9 % of pay (based on tenure)
Employee Stock Purchase Program – 10 % discount on company stock
Paid Time Off (PTO) – accrual from day one with carry-over and cash-out flexibility
Paid Family Leave – up to 14 days for parental bonding or caregiving
Tuition Assistance – up to $5,250 annually plus certification and continuing education support
Student Loan Support – up to $100 per month for eligible full-time staff
Supplemental Coverage – accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity plans
Lifestyle Benefits – fertility and adoption assistance, pet insurance, home & auto discounts, identity protection
Wellbeing Programs – Calm app membership, employee counseling, and financial wellness resources