Surgical Technician Certified-Surgery-Methodist

Other On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 2 months ago

About the role

Support the surgical team by performing perioperative technical procedures and assisting with patient care under RN supervision. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to ensure efficiency, safety, and a high-quality experience for patients and families.

Overview $5,000 Sign On Bonus! Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where teamwork and precision make all the difference? We’re looking for a Surgical Technician to support our surgical team and ensure patients receive safe, high-quality care before, during, and after procedures. What You’ll Do Assist with patient care activities under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse Perform selected perioperative technical procedures once competency is demonstrated Work closely with RNs and other healthcare professionals to deliver seamless patient care Support the surgical team by maintaining standards of perioperative nursing practice Provide technical services and assistance that contribute to excellent patient and family experiences Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to ensure efficiency, safety, and patient satisfaction Why UnityPoint Health? At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members. Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options focused on your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in. Here are just a few:

Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.

Dental, health and vision insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.

Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family. With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. Join our team of experts and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

Requires high school diploma or GED and graduation from an accredited surgical technology program or eligibility to take the CST exam.

Qualifications

The newly graduated Surgical Technologist must obtain certification within 12 months of hire date to maintain employment unless an extension has been granted by the OR Manager All grandfathered CST's must maintain CEU's as defined by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting. (60 CEU's every 4 years The CST must maintain an active certification throughout employment

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma or GED and graduation from an accredited surgical technology program. Candidates must obtain or maintain CST certification to remain employed.

high school
professional certificate
Patient Care
Patient Safety
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Sterile Technique
Surgical Assistance
Perioperative Technical Procedures

Benefits

Dental Insurance
Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Sign On Bonus
Parental Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Short-term Disability
Long-term Disability
Pet Insurance
Adoption Assistance
Daily Pay
401K Matching
Employee Recognition Program

Posting details

Employment type: Other
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Location: Des Moines, Iowa
Posted: Jul 7, 2026
Closes: Jul 10, 2027
Application: Employer website

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