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Surgical Tech General Surgery

Ascension·Wichita, Kansas

Full TimeOn Site2-5 yrsPosted 1 month ago
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How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • 132 similar openings in the Wichita area · median $80,000
  • 2 days median time this employer’s postings stay open (last 90 days)

About the role

The surgical technologist prepares sterile environments and manages surgical instruments to ensure procedures proceed without delay. They also provide direct support to the surgical team by assisting with patient positioning and maintaining sterile standards throughout the operation.

Your future role at a glance Location

  • Wichita,
  • KS
  • Facility:
  • Ascension
  • Via
  • Christi,
  • St
  • Francis
  • Specialty:
  • Surgery
  • Schedule: Night shift | Full-time |
  • Monday,
  • Tuesday,
  • Wednesday from 6:30pm - 7:00am, holiday rotation Via Christi associates are eligible for tuition discounts and priority placement in select healthcare programs through our academic partnership with Wichita State University. How you'll make an impact in this role Prepare high-precision surgical environments by orchestrating the setup of sterile instruments and supplies to ensure every procedure begins without delay. Anticipate the needs of the surgical team by expertly facilitating the flow of instruments and supplies, acting as a proactive extension of the surgeon’s hands. Safeguard patient wellbeing through meticulous instrument tracking and count management, maintaining a rigorous standard of accuracy throughout the entire perioperative process. Support critical clinical maneuvers, including patient positioning and hemostasis assistance, to maintain a stable and secure operative field. Collaborate with the multidisciplinary OR team to streamline transitions and guarantee the highest level of sterile technique and patient safety. What minimum qualifications you'll need
  • Licensure /
  • Certification /
  • Registration:
  • Required
  • Credential(s): BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education

High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

What additional requirements you'll need

Educational

Foundation: Graduation from an accredited Surgical Technologist program.

Life at

Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. Equal employment opportunity employer Equal employment opportunity employer Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster. Fraud prevention notice Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees.

To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system. E-Verify statement Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)Various health insurance options & wellness plansRetirement benefits including employer match plansLong-term & short-term disabilityEmployee assistance programs (EAP)Parental leave & adoption assistanceTuition reimbursementWays to give back to your community Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a high school diploma with relevant experience or an associate/technical degree, along with graduation from an accredited surgical technologist program. A BLS provider certification is required within 30 days of hire.

  • high school
  • associate degree
  • professional certificate
  • BLS certification
  • Instrument sterilization
  • Patient positioning
  • Perioperative care
  • Surgical assistance
  • Sterile technique
  • Surgical technology
  • Operating room support
  • Hemostasis assistance
  • Surgical instrument tracking

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Location
Wichita, Kansas
Posted
Aug 11, 2026
Closes
Aug 11, 2027
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Ascension

Answering God's call to bring health, healing and hope to all. Ascension is one of the nation’s leading non-profit and Catholic health systems, with a Mission of delivering compassionate, personalized care to all, with special attention to those most vulnerable. In FY2025,...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size10,001+ employees
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