Surgical Technologist

It's more than a career, it's a callingMO-SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - St. LouisWorker Type:RegularJob Highlights:Join a team where your work matters—every moment, every patient, every community. At SSM Health, you’ll be empowered to grow, supported to thrive, and inspired to make a lasting impact. In this role, you'll be an essential part of the surgery care team, providing hands-on support in a fast-paced, collaborative healthcare environment where every shift makes a meaningful impact. Working closely with nurses, physicians, and other healthcare professionals, you'll help ensure patients receive safe, compassionate, and efficient care throughout their surgical experience. Your attention to detail, strong communication skills, and commitment to exceptional service will help create a positive experience for both patients and their families. Department: Operating RoomSchedule: Full time Day shift, working 8/10/12 hour shifts, with varied start and end times and weekend and holiday rotation. On-call response time of 30-minutes required.Sign-On Bonus: Ask your recruiter about sign-on bonus eligibility Apply today. SSM Health – We bring out the incredible in you, every day.Job Summary:Responsible for the provision of patient care activities and related non-professional services necessary for the care of patients and the maintenance of the Operating Room under the direction of a Registered Nurse. Sets up Operating Room with needed items for patient care; gathers supplies, x-rays, instruments, etc., for cases; handles instruments during procedures. Communicates information to the RN regarding patients.Job Responsibilities and Requirements:PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIESPractices and implements the technical components of patient care under the supervision of a RN.Collaborates with the RN and other healthcare professionals. to implement a plan of care that incorporates physician preferences, nursing assessments and diagnostic data in a manner that is prioritized, timely, and integrated with the plan of care.Prepares equipment, supply and resource needs based on an individualized plan of care.  Re-evaluates and modifies resource needs as needed.Communicates accurate and timely information to the Registered Nurse regarding patients in their care.Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to perform all aspects of a variety of surgical procedures.  Maintains knowledge and skills to properly operate all surgical equipment and instruments.  Utilizes appropriate aseptic technique when handling supplies, instruments, and equipment.Follows laboratory policy and procedure to correctly handle and label all laboratory specimens.Documents quality controls thoroughly and accurately according to unit specific standards.Demonstrates competence in problem solving, conflict resolution, and team building.  Serves as a resource to other team members.Organizes and utilizes time efficiently.  Demonstrates appropriate prioritization.  Maintains an organized work environment.Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.Performs other duties as assigned.EDUCATIONHigh school diploma/GED or 10 years of work experience or Graduate of an accredited school of nursing or education equivalency for licensingEXPERIENCEEither prior operating room experience or graduation from an approved surgical technician program or graduate of an accredited school of nursing or education equivalency for licensingPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSConstant use of vision to judge distances and spatial relationships and to identify and distinguish colors.Constant use of hearing to receive oral communication, distinguish body sounds and/or hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.Constant lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.Constant standing and walking.Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.Frequent lifting/moving patients.Frequent bending, stooping, reaching and gripping.Frequent use of clear vision at 20 inches or less.Frequent use of speech to share information through oral communication.Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing over 50 lbs.Occasional use of clear vision at 20 feet or more.Occasional use of sitting, squatting, twisting and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.Occasional keyboard use/data entry.Rare kneeling.REQUIRED PROFESSIONAL LICENSE AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS  State of Work Location: Illinois, Missouri, Oklahoma, Wisconsin Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA)Work Shift:Day Shift (United States of America)Job Type:EmployeeDepartment:4403000100 SurgeryScheduled Weekly Hours:40SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. SSM Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Click here to learn more. Explore New Ways of Working Benefits SSM Health values our exceptional team members by offering a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, professional growth and life outside of work. Benefits for eligible team members may include: Medical, dental, and vision coverage Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options Generous accrued Paid Time Off (PTO) One week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children Upfront tuition coverage through FlexPath Funded Traditional tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities No-cost, on-demand, continuing education courses through Relias Retirement savings programs with eligible SSM Health contributions and employer match Employer-paid life insurance and disability benefits Medical Plan Contribution Discount program Employee Assistance Program and well-being resources Well-being and financial wellness resources. Receive up to $500 annually in myhealthy life wellness funds. Employee discounts on products and services On demand pay through DailyPay (fees may apply) Voluntary benefits, including supplemental health, legal, long term care, pet, auto and home insurance options Benefits and eligibility vary by position, employment status and program requirements. Benefits are subject to eligibility guidelines. Employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) may be eligible for these benefits if these benefits are provided under the applicable CBA or side agreement thereto. Employees covered by a CBA should contact their Recruiter to receive the appropriate Employee Benefits Guide.  Complete Quick Apply Form