ST - Surgical Technologist- Mercy Lincoln - Full Time

Mercy • Lincoln, NE

10d

About The Position

The Surgical Technologist supports surgical procedures in the Operating Room by preparing and maintaining surgical instruments, supporting the surgical team, and coordinating care for surgical patients. The role includes maintaining sterile technique, patient comfort, patient rights, and confidentiality. Duties are performed in accordance with Mercy’s mission, values, and Service Standards.

This is a full-time position at Mercy Hospital Lincoln in the Operating Room, scheduled Monday through Friday from 0615 to 1445. The role also includes weekday call until 5 p.m., weekend call from 0800 to 1300, and a rotating holiday call schedule.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; proof of education may be required.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Surgical Technology experience required for non-certified applicants.
• Must be able to understand, speak, read, and write English.
• Must be able to safely and successfully perform essential job functions, with or without reasonable accommodation, in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.

Nice To Haves

• Surgical Technologist certification preferred; non-certified applicants may be considered with acceptable surgical technology experience.
• Operating Room experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Anticipate the needs of the surgeon and operative team while maintaining sterile technique and patient comfort.
• Assist surgeons in a knowledgeable, efficient, and courteous manner.
• Prepare, organize, and maintain instruments and equipment using procedure preference cards, and participate in updating preference cards as needed.
• Inspect instruments and power equipment before use; troubleshoot, report, and remove faulty equipment from service.
• Perform or assist with sterile preps, monitor aseptic technique, and promptly recognize, report, and correct breaks in sterile technique.
• Manage contaminated instruments and supplies appropriately.
• Prepare instruments, equipment, and supplies for procedures; perform point-of-use cleaning during procedures; handle unused supplies according to guidelines; and complete room turnover and termination tasks.
• Anticipate surgeon needs and communicate proactively with the circulator.
• Promptly recognize and report emergency situations.
• Confirm specimens and their disposition with the circulator under physician direction.
• Communicate procedure delays or early completions to support efficient room utilization.
• Report instrument and equipment issues and identify repair needs.
• Use downtime effectively by restocking rooms, planning for upcoming cases, and assisting team members.
• Demonstrate flexibility with assignments, workload, and scheduling changes.
• Coordinate surgical patient care with other team members and maintain patient rights and confidentiality.

Benefits

• Educational assistance toward nursing degrees and tuition support.
• $100 monthly Dependent Care FSA contribution for eligible employees.
• Paid parental leave.
• 401(k) with employer match starting day one.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Paid time off.
• Matched retirement plans for team members working 32 or more hours per pay period.
• Competitive salary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED