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Surgical Technologist

The University of Kansas Health System·Kansas City, Kansas

Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 4 months ago
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About the role

The Surgical Technologist, under the direction of the Registered Nurse and Nurse Manager, is responsible for handling instruments, supplies, and equipment during surgical procedures, anticipating surgeon needs based on understanding the procedure being performed. This role requires maintaining constant vigilance of the sterile field to ensure quality patient care throughout the operation.

Position Title

Surgical Technologist

Days - Full Time

Cambridge Tower A

Position Summary: / Career interest:

Join the University of Kansas Operating Room team as a Surgical Technologist – focused in our Neurology, ENT, Surgical Oncology specialties. Neurology & ENT programs are both ranked among the Nation’s Best in US News & World Report’s Best Hospitals 2024-2025. The University of Kansas Health System receives the most complex surgery cases in our region.

Neurology surgical cases include

  • Brain tumors, Epilepsy, Parkinson’s, Stroke, Myasthenia Gravis, Multiple sclerosis, ALS, Aneurysm, Traumatic brain injury.
  • ENT cases include: face, head, neck jaw surgery, Endoscopic surgery for chronic sinuses disease, cochlear implants, skull base tumors, vagal nerve stimulation devices for seizure disorders, Endoscopic laser surgery for head & neck tumors, Thyroid/Parathyroid surgery.

Open positions start at 6

30am or 10:30am. Work 4 - 10 hour shift with call rotations.

The Surgical Technologist, under the direction of the Registered Nurse and the Nurse Manager, handles the instruments, supplies and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure. He/she has an understanding of the surgical procedure being performed and anticipates the needs of the surgeon. He/she has the necessary knowledge and ability to ensure quality patient care during the surgical procedure and is maintains constant vigilance of the sterile field.

Responsibilities

  • and Essential Job Functions
  • 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 modl 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.
  • These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.
  • Required Education and Experience
  • 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.
  • Required Licensure and Certification
  • Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) - American Heart Association (AHA)

Time type: Full time

Job requisition id

R-13409

Important information for you to know as you apply

The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion [https://jobs.kansashealthsystem.com/diversity-equality-and-inclusion].

The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link asktalentacquisition@kumc.edu [asktalentacquisition@kumc.edu].

Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf [https://tbcdn.talentbrew.com/company/38901/cms/health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf] and signing the agreement to the DRP.

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Requirements

Candidates must have a High School Graduate or equivalent education, along with either a Certificate or Associate’s Surgical Tech degree, or three years of experience as a Surgical Technologist in lieu of the formal degree/certificate. A Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS or BCLS) certification from the American Heart Association is also required.

  • high school
  • associate degree
  • professional certificate
  • BLS Certification
  • Goal Achievement
  • Sterile Field Maintenance
  • Supply Management
  • Equipment Management
  • Role Modeling
  • Instrument Handling
  • Clinical Competencies
  • Quality Patient Care
  • Work Plan Development
  • Knowledge Sharing
  • Service Delivery
  • Team Accountability
  • Surgical Procedure Knowledge
  • Relationship Improvement

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Location
Kansas City, Kansas
Posted
Mar 30, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

The University of Kansas Health System

The University of Kansas Health System in Kansas City is a world-class academic medical center and destination for complex care and diagnosis. We offer more options for patients with serious conditions because of our expertise and leadership in medical research and education....

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size10,001+ employees
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