BJC HealthCare·St. Louis, Missouri
Performs surgical duties for operating room procedures under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include preparing the operating room, managing sterile supplies, and assisting with the collection of cultures and specimens.
Join the Surgical Services Team at BJC Healthcare - Barnes Jewish Hospital. BJC Healthcare - Barnes Jewish Hospital is dedicated to your growth and development. Be a part of an environment where you can thrive! Schedule: Monday to Friday Hours: 6:30am - 7:00pm 3/12 Hour Shifts Call - 4-6 call shifts required in a 6 week period ***$12,500 Sign on Bonus***
Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center is the largest hospital in Missouri and is ranked as one of the nation's top hospitals by U.S.
News & World Report.
Barnes-Jewish Hospital's staff is composed of full-time academic faculty and community physicians of Washington University School of Medicine, supported by a house staff of residents, interns, fellows and other medical professionals.
Recognizing its excellence in nursing care, Barnes-Jewish Hospital was the first adult hospital in Missouri to be certified as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.
At Barnes-Jewish Hospital, Perioperative Services team members ( RNFA, RN and ST) find the kind of fast-paced environment that will test their professional judgment and critical thinking skills, and encourage tremendous growth.
It's an exhilarating place to build a career.
Here, you'll work with world-renowned surgeons and anesthesiologists assist on unique and complex procedures, work with the latest technologies and treatments and play a vital role in developing new procedures and treatment protocols.
In fact, people from all over the nation and the world come to Barnes-Jewish for our surgical specialties.
Role Purpose Performs surgical duties for operating room procedures under the direct supervision of a registered nurse.
Prepares operating room for surgical patient, reviews preference cards to determine surgeon needs, obtains the necessary supplies and equipment for the procedure, ensures cleanliness of room, and assists with opening sterile supplies. Performs surgical scrub duties, and assists with the collection, identification, and disposition of cultures and specimens. Assists in turning over of room, and ensures supplies, instruments, and equipment are returned to proper location. Minimum Requirements Education High School Diploma or GED Experience <2 years or military equivalent experience Supervisor Experience No Experience Preferred Requirements Education Accred Surgical Program Licenses & Certifications Surgical Technician
Benefits: and Legal Statement
Requires a high school diploma or GED and less than 2 years of experience. Completion of an accredited surgical program and a Surgical Technician certification are preferred.
Market context
In Missouri, surgical technologist roles are typically tied to ongoing operating room staffing needs in hospitals and surgical centers. These positions are competitive because employers often look for either prior OR experience or completion of an approved surgical technician program, plus a high school diploma or equivalent and Basic Life Support certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm your BLS status and OR experience before applying.
