Clinic Surgical Tech - Orthopedics | Full-Time

apartment Phelps Health location_onRolla, MO, US

Phelps Health is a 2000-employee-strong hospital and healthcare system serving the heart of small-town Missouri.

No matter where you start with us, we’re committed to taking our team to the top. If you’re ready for the challenge of providing life-saving care or supporting those who do, read on to find your fit in the Phelps Health family.

General Summary

The Clinic Surgical Technologist provides clinical and surgical support to physicians and nursing staff in both outpatient clinic and operating room settings. This role is responsible for preparing patients, instruments, and surgical environments, assisting during procedures, and ensuring safe, high-quality patient care.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Prepare operating and clinic procedure rooms, ensuring instruments, equipment, supplies, and sterile fields are ready.
Assist providers with patient exams, minor procedures, and treatments, including intake, documentation, and basic clinical tasks.
Prepare patients for surgery or procedures by positioning, prepping, and draping, while maintaining infection control standards.
Assist the surgical team intraoperatively by passing instruments, anticipating needs, maintaining sterile technique, and supporting patient monitoring.
Perform clinical and administrative functions such as EMR updates, scheduling, and patient communication.
Clean, sterilize, and maintain surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies in compliance with safety and infection control protocols.
Support inventory management, supply ordering, and general room/equipment upkeep.
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and staff to ensure efficient, safe, and patient-centered care across both clinic and OR settings.

Education

Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technologist program required.

Work Experience

Experience as a Surgical Technologist or Surgical Nurse desired but not required. Extensive military surgical experience will be considered in lieu of certification.

Certification/License

Current Surgical Technologist Certification required unless extensive military surgical experience as noted in minimum work experience. American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification required.

Mental/Physical Requirements

Variety of standing, walking, bending, stooping, twisting, and reaching. Requires occasional lifting/carrying/moving of equipment and supplies up to 50 lbs. Must stand for long periods and remain alert during operations.

Working Conditions

Will spend time in both a physician office environment as well as an operating room setting. Frequent contact with diverse individuals. Maximum exposure to infection, bodily fluids, and sharp instruments. May be exposed to communicable diseases and unpleasant sights, odors, and materials.

At Phelps Health, we think we have a better team, benefits, and opportunities for growth than anyone else around, and we invite you to see for yourself! Apply now to join us on our mission in health care.

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