OR Certified Surgical Technologist
Tulsa, Oklahoma
Saint John Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Certified Surgical Technician (CST)

Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma
Employment Type: Long-Term Assignment (13 weeks)
Shift: 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM

Job Summary

• Provide direct nursing care following established policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Implement and monitor patient care plans; observe, record, and communicate patient conditions.
• Coordinate care among all disciplines to ensure well-coordinated patient care.
• Execute physician and nursing orders.
• Assess and coordinate patient discharge planning with the healthcare team.
• Work requires critical thinking, decisive judgment, and ability to work independently in a stressful environment.
• Follow Standard Precautions and use personal protective equipment as required.

Required Qualifications

• Certified Surgical Technologist with at least 1 year of experience, including experience within the last year.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Valid Driver’s License.

Health and Safety Requirements

• Documentation of immunizations and health screenings prior to start and updated as required:

  • MMR: Proof of two vaccines or positive immunity titer; no declinations accepted.
  • Varicella: Proof of two vaccines, immunity, or verified history; no declinations accepted.
  • Tdap: Valid within 10 years; no declinations accepted.
  • Hepatitis B: Vaccination series completion or signed declination.
  • Influenza vaccine: Optional; if declined during flu season, mask wearing required.
  • Tuberculosis screening: 2-step PPD or IGRA test with annual TB questionnaire; chest X-ray if positive.
  • Fit test for respiratory protection, preferably completed before start.
• Drug screening: 12-panel drug test within 30 days prior to start and annually thereafter.
• Statement of good health or physical exam prior to first assignment, updated annually.

Onboarding and Documentation

• Submission of professional resume/profile and at least two professional references.
• Criminal background check including Social Security trace, OIG search, and National Sex Offender registry within 90 days prior to start.
• Employment verification for the past seven years.
• Education verification relevant to clinical work within 90 days prior to start.
• Signed assignment agreement and confirmation of assignment documentation.
• Badge photo with specified background requirements.
• Completion of skills checklist and specialty exam prior to first assignment and updated every three years.
• Completion of unit-specific checklists and onboarding modules as required.

Additional Notes

• Must be able to work with minimal supervision and handle stressful situations.
• Prior travel experience is not specified as required.
• Contract length is approximately 13 weeks.
• Shift is daytime, starting early morning.

This position is ideal for Certified Surgical Technicians seeking a structured long-term assignment with comprehensive onboarding and credentialing requirements in a hospital setting.