Certified Surgical Tech (CST) - Operating Room (OR)

Certified Surgical TechnicianUnder the direct supervision of the surgeon and the Circulating Nurse and overall direction of the Assistant Managers, OR Manager, Director of Surgical Services and Vice President of Patient Care Services the Certified Surgical Technician (CST) assists in the nursing care and presentation of the surgical patient. The CST handles the instruments, supplies and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure, has an understanding of the procedure being performed and anticipates the needs of the surgeon. The CST has the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to ensure quality patient care during the operative procedure and is constantly vigil for maintenance of the sterile field.Job Details and RequirementsUp to a $25,000 Sign-on bonus or $15,000 in student loan repayment!Type: Full Time (80 hours per 2 week pay period, with benefits)Typical Hours: Day shift, 10 hours/shift, on call rotationEducation:High School Diploma or GED requiredLicense/Certification:Certified Surgical Technician (CST) requiredBLS requiredExperience:Experience within a Surgical Technician role or completion of a hands-on Surgical Tech training/course required.Sign-on bonus subject to eligibilityAdditional InformationWhy Work at Saint Francis?Saint Francis Healthcare System began in 1875 when three courageous Franciscan Sisters answered a call to care for those in need. What started as a 12-bed hospital has grown into the region's leading healthcare system—recognized nationally for exceptional quality, safety, and patient experience.Today, Saint Francis serves more than 715,000 people across five states. With a 306-bed Medical Center, nearly 3,000 team members, and over 300 providers, Saint Francis is not only the largest healthcare system between St. Louis and Memphis—it's a powerful economic anchor for the communities it serves.You'll find more than 50 specialties, the region's only Level III Emergency and Trauma Center, and southeast Missouri's first Level III NICU. The system's employed physician group, Saint Francis Medical Partners, supports more than 40 outreach clinics and 70% of the area's primary care providers.A Mission That MattersAt Saint Francis, you're not just doing a job - you're part of a Catholic healing ministry rooted in compassion, dignity, and service. Every action is inspired by a commitment to honor human life and care for every person who walks through the doors.MissionTo provide a ministry of healing, wellness, quality, and love inspired by our faith in Jesus Christ.VisionTo be a leading Catholic healthcare system that celebrates and protects the gift of life by providing exceptional patient outcomes in quality, safety, access and value.Values You Can Feel Every DayIntegrity: Doing what's right, even when no one is watchingStewardship: Managing resources wisely for the futureFaith: Believing in a purpose greater than ourselvesHope: Lifting up those who feel discouragedJoy: Serving others with a grateful, happy heartCompassion: Seeing others through Christ's eyesExcellence: Always striving to be the bestDignity: Respecting human life from beginning to endIf You're Looking to Make a True Impact…Saint Francis offers a workplace where your work has purpose, your team feels like family, and your contributions support a mission that has been changing lives for more than 150 years.Total RewardsOur most important asset is our colleagues. That's why Saint Francis Healthcare System offers a comprehensive benefits program to meet all your needs. Colleagues working at least 24 hours per week will have access to our Total Rewards package as outlined below.Comprehensive and affordable health coverage including medical, prescription, dental and vision - available on the first of the month after hire dateSaint Francis Medical Services DiscountEarned Time Off (ETO) based on relevant years of work history. ETO combines vacation, sick, holidays, and personal days into one balance to allow for flexibilityRetirement benefits including SFHS immediate matchingEducation Assistance benefits up to $5,000 per calendar year for one year of service after graduationOther benefits including: Benefit Support through Health Advocate, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Earned Wage AccessTo learn more about our Total Rewards package and eligibility, visit Francis Healthcare System provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Saint Francis Healthcare System complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. 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