Surgical Tech General Surgery

• Location: Wichita, KS
• Facility: Via Christi, St Francis
• Specialty: Surgery
• Schedule: Day Shift  l  Full-time | Weekend Option, Friday - Sunday 6:30am - 7:00pm with 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.

• 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.

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.

Additional Preferences:

• Educational Foundation: Graduation from an accredited Surgical Technologist program.
• Core Competency: Demonstrated proficiency in "scrubbing" within a fast-paced surgical environment (1+ year experience).