Surgical Technologist - COX SOUTH

Summary

CoxHealth is now hiring a Surgical Technologist to join its Surgical Services department at Cox South.  Designated a Level I Trauma Center, Cox South’s Surgical Services department consists of 24 rooms, and averages 60-80 surgical cases per day, with designated specialty rooms (2 heart, 3 robotics, 4 neuro, and 1 hybrid).  Using DaVinci, X and XI robots, O-Arm, and several navigation systems (Stealth, BrainLab), the multi-disciplinary Surgical Team provides a wide range of surgical case types: general, gynecological, urology, trauma, colorectal, cardiothoracic, cardiovascular, ortho-trauma, neuro, Robotics, dental, eyes, ear-nose-throat, and plastics.   

CoxHealth has been voted Southwest Missouri's '417 Area's Best Employer' for two consecutive years by the readers of 417 Magazine.  It's simple.  At CoxHealth we share a common vision:  To be the best for those who need us.  Living our vision together is what makes us a best place to work, and the region’s choice for excellent care. 

We believe in hiring the very best.  As such, we maintain a strong focus on keeping the best.  Healthcare workers are our heroes, and heroes don't always work 9-5, which is why we provide an array of conveniences for our employees.  From onsite daycare facilities, to an exclusive employee store and prescription delivery to your unit/department, we are here to support you!  The person chosen to fill this important role is eligible to receive exceptional hiring incentives and perks: 

Current Surgical Technologist Hiring Incentives: (some restrictions apply)                 

Loan forgiveness up to $10,000 

$1.00 Certification pay (CST only)    

Up to $1,500 STEP Clinical ladder bonus per year (Surgical Technologist Excellence Program)

Earn preceptor pay for your time supporting new Surgical Technologists

Optional seat on the Unit Based Council (UBC)

CoxHealth Employee Benefits & Incentives:

Tuition reimbursement up to $1,200 per year                                

Health/Dental/Vision

Retirement with employer match                      

Onsite daycare with extended hours, holidays and weekends

Onsite fitness facilities

Pharmacy delivery to your unit 

On-site Employee Health services

Opportunity to earn referral bonuses of up to $5,000 per hire for certain positions

1906 Employee Store

20% tuition discount on most classes at Cox College

Cafeteria discount 

We know you’re going to like it here!!  Refer your peers of former colleagues to work with you and qualify for $3,500 or $5,000 per hired Surgical Technologist – no limits! 

Ready to apply!  See ‘Job Requirements’ below and go to our Careers page today at www.coxhealth.com/careers!  Not ready to apply or have questions?  Contact Jill at jill.scott@coxhealth.com for more information. 

Education

Required: Graduate from a school of Surgical Technology

Experience

Preferred: Previous hospital and/or work experience as a Surgical Technologist

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Able to work independently and collaboratively in teams

Strong analytical/problem solving skills

Flexibility and ability to work in a multi-tasking environment

Able to work in a fast paced environment

Ability to maintain personal effectiveness while dealing with various personalities, skill levels, and rapidly changing situations

Licensure/Certification/Registration

Required: BLS must be obtained within 90 days and maintained throughout employment