Surgical Technologist

Surgical Technologist - Operating Room

The University of Kansas Health System

Location:
United States , Kansas City

Category:
Nursing

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Not provided

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Job Description:

Join the University of Kansas Operating Room team as a Surgical Technologist. The University of Kansas Health System receives the most complex surgery cases in our region. Our highly specialized surgeons are experts in uncommon surgeries, performing approximately 100 procedures every day in state-of-the-art operating rooms. We deliver the highest standard in a range of surgical specialties: Orthopedics, Trauma, Plastics and Reconstructive, Burns, Dental, Ophthalmology, Gynecology, Urology, General and Bariatrics, Vascular, Pulmonary, Transplants. Open positions start at 6:30am or 10:30am. 8, 10, and 12 hour shifts available. Some call included.

Job Responsibility:

Takes responsibility for self and/or team accountabilities and instills sense of ownership in others to improve performance
looks for ways to improve individual and/or team performance
Recognizes group dynamics and acts as a role model by guiding others/team to modify one's communication style to suit different situations and audiences
Recognizes, demonstrates and enables behaviors and attitudes necessary to ensure exceptional delivery of services
Understands interests and concerns of other internal/cross-functional teams and incorporates their feedback into service/work processes
Motivates self and actively engages team in achieving challenging goals and targets that are consistent with organizational direction
encourages others to overcome obstacles and achieve results
Translates the organization's strategic priorities into clear goals and targets for the work group(s) to ensure organizational alignment
Develops and re-prioritizes work plans for self and/or department by outlining clear steps to follow during unforeseen circumstances
Takes actions to improve the relationships with and between others to create an effective working environment
Creates and contributes to a positive environment where learning and knowledge sharing occurs regularly and both formally and informally within the organization and own department(s)
Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department
Handles the instruments, supplies and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure
Has an understanding of the surgical procedure being performed and anticipates the needs of the surgeon
Has the necessary knowledge and ability to ensure quality patient care during the surgical procedure and maintains constant vigilance of the sterile field

Requirements:

High School Graduate or equivalent
Certificate or Associate’s Surgical Tech degree OR 3 years of experience as a Surgical Technologist in lieu of the certificate or degree requirement
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 20, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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