Surgical Technologist - Surgery Center

Mercy • Fort Smith, AR

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About The Position

Performs the primary function of a Surgical Technologist in the Operating Room. Maintains accountability for providing surgical instruments to the surgical team and coordinates the care of surgical patients with other team members. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with Mercy’s mission, values, and Service Standards.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED; proof of education may be requested.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Must understand written and spoken English.
• Must be able to safely and successfully perform job-related functions, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• For non-24-hour opportunity locations, non-certified candidates with applicable surgical technologist experience may be considered.
• For 24-hour opportunity locations, candidates without perioperative experience may be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Successful completion of a postsecondary certificate or associate degree in Surgical Technology from an accredited surgical technology program.
• Surgical Technology certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide surgical instruments to the surgical team and remain accountable for them.
• Coordinate the care of surgical patients with other team members.
• Maintain patient rights and confidentiality.
• Perform duties consistently with Mercy’s mission, values, and Service Standards.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Tuition support
• Matched retirement plans for team members working 32 or more hours per pay period

What This Job Offers

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