Surgical Technologist III (Senior OR Tech) - Kansas City, MO (Full Time, Direct Hire)


Healthcare - MO - Kansas City, MO
Kansas City, Missouri
Locations: Kansas City, Blue Springs, Greenwood, Independence
Posted On: March 06, 2026
Last Day to Apply: March 20, 2026
Pay: $27.00 to $45.00 per hour

Job Title: Surgical Technologist III (Senior OR Tech)
Location: Kansas City, MO
Schedule: Mixed Shifts (Rotating Weekends); 40 hours/week
Salary: $27.00 – $37.00/hr (Up to $45.00/hr for CV Certified candidates, based on experience)
Sign-On Bonus: $20,000 for Senior OR Tech


Job Summary

"Navitas Healthcare, LLC" is seeking a Senior Level Surgical Technologist (OR Tech III) to join our surgical team. In this role, you will serve as a go-to expert and mentor, supporting complex and high-risk cases. You will provide first scrub support by managing instruments and anticipating surgeon needs, and second scrub support including suctioning, suture assistance, and endoscopic camera operation.


Key Responsibilities

  • Expert Scrub Support: Manage instruments, supplies, and equipment during complex surgical procedures while maintaining strict sterile technique.

  • Surgical Assistance: Perform second scrub tasks, including sponging, suctioning, cutting sutures, and holding retractors.

  • Lead Competency: Act as a lead resource in specialized areas such as Robotics, Total Joints, Neuro/Spine, Burn, and Vascular Surgery.

  • Vascular Expertise: Utilize advanced wire techniques and endovascular skills within a vascular hybrid room.

  • Clinical Vigilance: Anticipate surgeon needs and monitor patient care to ensure safety and efficiency.


Qualifications

  • Experience:

    • Minimum 1+ year of OR Tech experience.

    • Endovascular experience in a vascular hybrid room required.

    • Two years’ prior experience in a similar facility preferred.

  • Education: Graduate of an accredited Certified Operating Room Technician (CORT) program.

  • Licensure/Certification:

    • Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or Tech in Surgery (TS-C) required.

    • BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.

  • On-Call Requirement: Must reside within 30 minutes of the facility.


Compensation & Benefits

  • Shift Differentials: $3.00/hr for Nights and Weekends.

  • On-Call Pay: $3.00/hr.

  • Retirement & Financial: 401(k) with 100% match (up to 9% based on tenure) and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

  • Education: Tuition assistance, student loan support, and certification reimbursement.

  • Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive medical, prescription, and behavioral health coverage, telemedicine, and emergency air transportation.

  • Family Support: Fertility and family building benefits, adoption assistance, and paid family leave.

For more details contact at hdavda@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-862-1169.

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC 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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