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.