Surgical Technologist

BJC HealthCare•Creve Coeur, MO

20d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs surgical duties for operating room procedures under the direct supervision of a registered nurse at Barnes-Jewish West County Hospital. Duties include preparing the operating room and supplies for surgical cases, scrubbing cases, and helping turn over rooms. The role is scheduled for 10-hour shifts on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday, from 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with rotating call. Employees must be able to arrive within 45 minutes when called.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Less than two years of experience or military equivalent experience.
No supervisory experience required.
Ability to participate in rotating call and arrive within 45 minutes when called.

Nice To Haves

Graduation from an accredited surgical program.
Surgical Technician certification.

Responsibilities

Prepare the operating room for surgical patients, review preference cards to determine surgeon needs, obtain necessary supplies and equipment, ensure room cleanliness, and assist with opening sterile supplies.
Perform surgical scrub duties.
Assist with the collection, identification, and disposition of cultures and specimens.
Assist with turning over the operating room and return supplies, instruments, and equipment to their proper locations.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, plus legal services, available on the first day of the month after hire.
Disability insurance paid for by BJC.
Annual 4% BJC automatic retirement contribution.
401(k) plan with BJC match.
Tuition assistance available on the first day.
Access to the BJC Institute for Learning and Development.
Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
Paid time off combining vacation, sick days, holidays, and personal time.
Adoption assistance.
$12,500 sign-on bonus.