Operating Room Surgical Technologist III (OR Tech III – Tier 3) - 25-34711


Healthcare - MO - Kansas City, MO
Kansas City, Missouri
Locations: Kansas City, Overland Park, Independence
Posted On: January 23, 2026
Last Day to Apply: February 06, 2026
Pay: From $27.00 per hour

Position Title: Operating Room Surgical Technologist III (OR Tech III – Tier 3)

Location - Kansas City, MO

Shift Details:

  • Full-time, 40 hours per week

  • Mixed schedule with rotating weekends

  • Exact schedule discussed during the interview process

On-Call Requirement:

  • On-call required

  • Must reside within 30 minutes of the facility


Role Overview

The OR Tech III is a senior-level surgical technologist who supports complex and high-risk surgical procedures in a general Operating Room setting. This role serves as a technical expert and mentor within the OR and is frequently relied upon for advanced cases, troubleshooting, and leadership support.


Job Summary

The Surgical Technologist III assists the Operating Room team in the care of patients, equipment, and supplies across a wide range of surgical procedures. This role functions in both first and second scrub capacities and demonstrates advanced clinical knowledge, technical proficiency, and situational awareness. The OR Tech III maintains strict sterile technique, anticipates surgeon needs, and contributes to safe, efficient surgical care for adolescent, adult, and geriatric patient populations.


Key Responsibilities

  • Perform first scrub duties, preparing and managing surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies.

  • Demonstrate thorough knowledge of surgical procedures and anticipate the needs of the surgeon.

  • Maintain continuous vigilance over the sterile field to ensure patient safety and infection prevention.

  • Function as second scrub when needed, assisting surgeons and surgical assistants with tasks such as sponging, suctioning, cutting sutures, holding retractors, and manipulating endoscopic cameras.

  • Support complex and high-risk surgical cases, including hybrid and wire-based procedures.

  • Provide leadership and mentorship to less experienced surgical technologists.

  • Promote Operating Room efficiency through organization, communication, and teamwork.


Qualifications

  • Minimum 1+ year of Operating Room Surgical Technologist experience required.

  • Endovascular experience in a vascular hybrid operating room, including wire-based procedures, required.

  • Demonstrated competency to function as lead technologist in the following specialty areas:

    • Robotic Surgery

    • Total Joint Procedures

    • Neuro/Spine

    • Burn Surgery

    • Vascular Surgery

  • Minimum of two years’ experience in a similarly sized facility with comparable surgical services.

  • Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program.

  • Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) through NBSTSA or Tech in Surgery (TS-C) through NCCT required upon hire.

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 30 days of employment start date.


Reporting Structure

  • Reports to: Surgical Services Leadership


Preferred Attributes

  • Strong organizational and time-management skills.

  • High proficiency with wire-based and hybrid OR techniques.

  • Ability to perform efficiently in a fast-paced, high-acuity surgical environment.

  • Collaborative, team-oriented mindset with a leadership presence in the Operating Room.

For more details reach at jmckenzie@navitashealth.com

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.

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