About this position
Job Title: Surgical Technologist (Operating Room)
Location: Manhattan, KS
Employment Type: Permanent | Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities
Department: Surgical Services / Operating Room
Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8, 10, or 12-Hour Shifts Available
Available Shifts:
- 8-Hour Shift: 6:30 AM–3:00 PM
- 10-Hour Shift: 6:30 AM–4:30 PM
- 12-Hour Shift: 6:00 AM–6:00 PM
- Early Arrival: 6:00 AM may be required for certain first cases, including 7:15 AM procedures and 7:30 AM total joint surgeries.
Weekly Hours: 28, 32, 36, or 40 Hours Available
Pay Range: $28.28–$48.38/hour, based on experience
On-Call Requirements: None | Voluntary After-Hours Callbacks May Be Available
Holiday Requirements: No Worked Holidays | 7 Paid Holidays for Full-Time and Part-Time Staff
Clinical Setting: 6-Suite Surgical Hospital | Approximately 20 Surgeries Per Day
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced and versatile Surgical Technologist to join a fast-paced, multidisciplinary operating room team in Manhattan, Kansas.
In this role, you will support a wide range of surgical procedures, with a strong emphasis on orthopedic surgery, total joint replacements, and sports medicine. The facility operates six surgical suites and performs approximately 20 procedures daily, including Orthopedics, ENT, Gynecology, Spine, Urology, Ophthalmology/Cataracts, and General Surgery. Candidates must have orthopedic experience and be proficient with Zimmer and Arthrex instrumentation and equipment.
This opportunity is ideal for a multi-specialty Surgical Technologist who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and enjoys being actively involved in all phases of surgical care. The hospital offers flexible scheduling options, no required weekends, holidays, or on-call coverage, and a collaborative operating room environment where surgical technologists work closely with registered nurses, surgeons, and other perioperative professionals.
Key Responsibilities
- Prepare operating rooms, surgical instruments, equipment, and sterile supplies for scheduled surgical procedures.
- Serve as a scrub technologist during a variety of surgical procedures, maintaining sterile technique and anticipating surgeon needs.
- Support orthopedic procedures, including total joint replacements and sports medicine surgeries, utilizing Zimmer and Arthrex instrumentation and equipment.
- Provide surgical assistance across multiple specialties, including:
- Orthopedic Surgery and Total Joint Replacements
- Sports Medicine and Arthroscopic Procedures
- Ear, Nose, and Throat (ENT) Surgery
- Gynecologic Surgery
- Spine Surgery
- Urologic Surgery
- Cataract and Ophthalmologic Surgery
- General Surgery
- Adapt efficiently to different surgical specialties and procedures throughout the workday.
- Collaborate with surgeons, circulating registered nurses, anesthesia providers, and other operating room personnel to ensure safe and efficient surgical care.
- Maintain sterile fields, follow aseptic techniques, and adhere to established surgical safety protocols.
- Prepare, organize, and manage surgical instruments, implants, and supplies appropriate for each procedure.
- Pull surgical cases, set up operating rooms, and perform terminal cleaning following procedures in preparation for subsequent cases.
- Assist with room turnovers, instrument organization, and maintaining operating room readiness without a dedicated turnover or environmental services team.
- Float to the Sterile Processing Department (SPD) as needed to assist with putting away instruments and supporting departmental workflows.
- Participate in surgical counts, instrument management, and procedural documentation in accordance with organizational standards.
- Support both adult and pediatric surgical cases based on assigned specialty and patient needs.
- Maintain efficient surgical workflows while supporting a high-volume operating room environment.
- Follow facility policies regarding infection prevention, surgical attire, hand hygiene, and operating room safety.
- Assist other team members with case preparation, breaks, lunches, and departmental needs when appropriate.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Education: Surgical technology educational background or training appropriate for the position.
- Experience: Previous orthopedic surgical experience required, particularly with orthopedic instrumentation and surgical procedures.
- Certifications: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC).
- Orthopedic Skills: Experience supporting total joint replacement and sports medicine surgical procedures.
- Instrumentation: Proficiency with Zimmer and Arthrex surgical instrumentation and equipment.
- Multi-Specialty Experience: Ability to support surgical procedures across Orthopedics, ENT, Gynecology, Spine, Urology, Cataracts, and General Surgery.
- Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of surgical instrumentation, sterile technique, operating room preparation, surgical procedures, and infection prevention practices.
- Operating Room Flexibility: Ability to transition between surgical specialties throughout the day and adapt to changing case assignments.
- Team Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with surgeons, registered nurses, anesthesia providers, and other perioperative staff.
- Additional Responsibilities: Willingness to assist with surgical case pulling, operating room setup, terminal cleaning, and Sterile Processing Department support as needed.
- Physical and Infection Control Requirements: Must maintain short natural nails without artificial nails and refrain from wearing hand or arm jewelry in accordance with facility policy.
- Immunization Requirements: Must meet facility healthcare worker vaccination requirements or qualify for an applicable exemption. Influenza and COVID-19 vaccine exemptions may be permitted.
Preferred Qualifications
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA).
- Tech in Surgery – Certified (TS-C) credential through the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT).
- Extensive experience assisting with total joint replacements, orthopedic implants, and sports medicine procedures.
- Previous experience in a multi-specialty surgical hospital or high-volume operating room environment.
- Strong familiarity with Zimmer and Arthrex orthopedic systems, implants, and instrumentation.
- Experience supporting both adult and pediatric surgical procedures.
- Previous experience assisting with Sterile Processing Department workflows and surgical instrument management.
- Ability to work independently, anticipate surgical team needs, and maintain efficiency during rapid case turnovers.
- Experience working in a smaller surgical team where staff members take an active role in case preparation, room turnover, and departmental operations.
Location and commute
500 Leavenworth St, Manhattan, KS 66502.
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How to apply
Review the vacancy and complete the application on the employer or recruitment partner’s website. Requisition ID: WJ-3162328780.