Surgical Technologist

Prime Healthcare•Kansas City, KS

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Join our team as a Surgical Technologist , where you'll be at the heart of our operating room action and instrumental in delivering critical care. As a key player in the surgical team, you'll navigate the vibrant pace of surgery, utilizing your expertise in instrument sterilization, surgical procedures, and patient care. Your role is crucial from setting up the OR to assisting in the seamless execution of surgeries, ensuring patient safety, and supporting a team of skilled surgeons and healthcare professionals. In this dynamic environment, you'll harness cutting-edge technology and innovative techniques, contributing to life-saving procedures that directly impact patient outcomes. If you're passionate about precision, teamwork, and making a tangible difference in health care, this is your calling. Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare: Health, dental, and vision insurance options Paid vacation, sick time and holidays Bereavement leave, FMLA, and other leave options Employer 401(k) options Tuition reimbursement options Life, disability, and other insurance options Many other amazing benefits Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

Requirements

Current CST certification upon hire and maintain current
High School Diploma or equivalent
Current BLS (American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted) upon hire and maintain current

Nice To Haves

Graduate from a surgical technology program accredited through ARC/STSA

Responsibilities

Supervise and mentor junior surgical technologists and assis t with their training and development , demonstrate proper techniques, reinforce sterile procedures and share best practices.
C ount and track sponges, needles, and tools to prevent retained items and accurate counts of all items used in the surgical procedure.
Set up the operating room by sterilizing and arranging instruments, supplies, and equipment while preparing patients for surgery through proper positioning and sterile draping.
Assist during surgery by passing instruments, maintaining a sterile field and anticipating the surgical team’s needs while tracking instruments and sponges.
Support postoperative care by applying dressings, transporting patients to recovery and cleaning and restocking the operating room.
Follow strict infection control protocols ensure safe handling of specimens and maintain compliance with hospital and regulatory standards.
Collaborate with surgeons , nurses , anesthesiologists and sterile processing staff while communicating effectively in high-pressure situations.