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Surgical Technologist
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What they do
A Surgical Technician or Technologist assists with surgical operations. Prepares the operating room and equipment before a procedure, and helps surgeons and nurses during the procedure. Works in hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
$41,880 / year median in Missouri
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Surgical Technologist MU Health Care dental insurance, paid time off, tuition assistance United States, Missouri, Jefferson City Jul 22, 2026
Shift:
Monday-Friday,6:30am- 3pm; with call
Work Arrangement:
On-SiteDepartment:
Operating Room Facility:
Capital Region Medical Center- 1125
Madison St, Jefferson City, MO Compensation:
Base Pay Range:
$25.32 to $39.99 per hour, based on experienceSpecial Pay:
Additional $1.88 per hour until January 2, 2027Retention Rewards:
Up to $15,000Relocation Support:
Additional $5,000 if moving from over 50 miles away Retention Reward (Option 1):$2,000 per year for up to 5 years, totaling $10,000 Student Loan Repayment (Option 2):$2,000 per year toward student loans, up to 5 years, totaling $10,000Note:
Details will be provided during the HR interview. Policy language is available upon request.ABOUT THE JOB MU
Healthcare is looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented surgical technician who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment to join our top-tier surgical team. If you have a passion for delivering exceptional patient care, from pre-op to post-op, and excel at coordinating with multiple teams to enhance surgical outcomes, we want to hear from you. Ideal candidates will be proactive, highly organized, and committed to process improvement, ensuring seamless OR operations and optimal patient experiences. Embark on a rewarding career with MU Healthcare where your skills and dedication drive surgical excellence!ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE
At MU Health Care, we have an inspired, hard-working and collaborative environment driven by our mission to save and improve lives. We believe anything is possible and rally around solutions. We celebrate innovation and offer opportunities to be a part of something bigger- to have a voice and role in the work that is serving our community and changing the field of medicine. Our academic health system
- the only in mid-Missouri
- is home to multiple hospitals, including the region's only Level 1 Trauma Center and region's only Children's Hospital as well as over 90 specialty clinics. Here, you can define your career among our many clinical and nonclinical positions
- with growth, opportunity and support every step of the way.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one Generous paid leave and paid time off, including nine holidays Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%) Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more See a comprehensive list of benefitshere.DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION
Anticipates the needs of the surgical team. Assists with the teaching of newly hired technologists and student technologists. Serves as a role model to new employees and other staff members. Communicates effectively with patients, staff members and physicians. Adheres to standards, including but not limited to: unit and hospital policies and procedures, regulatory standards, and patient safety goals. Demonstrates appropriate and correct case preparation. Establishes and maintains sterile field and assure team maintains sterile environment independently. Applies basic knowledge of instrumentations to multiple surgical cases. Corrects deficiencies at the case level. Performs technical duties involving care, preparation and maintenance of sterile and non-sterile supplies and equipment in the operating rooms in order to provide a safe and effective environment. Completes unit/department specific duties and expectations as outlined in department documents.REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
One (1) year of experience as a surgical technologist. Completion of an accredited surgical tech program, the MU Health Care Surgical Tech program, or military training may be substituted.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification by National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA), or Certified Operating Room Surgical Technician (CORST) certification by National Health career Association (NHA), or Technician in Surgery- Certified (TS-C) certification by National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT).