Surgical Technologist (CST)
On-site · Des Moines, Iowa, United States
Job Summary
Surgical Technologist (CST) is responsible for preparing the operating room for procedures, maintaining the sterile field, and scrub duties across general surgery and specialty cases (gynecology, urology, podiatry, plastics). Role includes assisting as 2nd-4th scrub in various surgical specialties, supporting instruments, equipment, and supplies, and ensuring adherence to MercyOne’s mission and values. Schedule is full-time (40 hours/week) with potential call; requires completion of approved surgical technology education or equivalent experience, and certification as applicable by state. The position emphasizes teamwork, patient safety, and operating room readiness in a large hospital setting.
Required Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology; completion of surgical tech apprenticeship or military program
- Or graduate of an LPN program with Surgical experience; or equivalent experience to demonstrate competency
- CST certification preferred but not required in Iowa; CST certification is required if working in Illinois
- LPN license is required if you are a graduate of an LPN program
- BLS certification; Mandatory Reporter
- Ability to work with diverse groups of people; ability to work under pressure and with independence and accountability
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