ST FA - Surgical Technologist First Assist - Main Operating Room

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Mercy Hospital Oklahoma City Until 9/26/2026 2+ years exp First posted July 28, 2026 Last posted July 28, 2026
Job description

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Position Details:

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Location: Mercy Hospital - Oklahoma City

Shift: Full Time (36 hours/week) 

Schedule: 3 12-hour shifts/week

Overview:

Under the supervision of the surgeon, The Surgical Tech First Assist (ST-FA) is a role which provides additional assistance to the surgeon in the Operating Room over and above that normally provided. As defined by the American College of Surgeons (ACS), surgical assistants provide aid in exposure, hemostasis, closure, and other interoperative technical functions that help the surgeon carry out a safer operation with optimal results for the patient. In addition, the ST-FA may perform in the role of the Surgical Technologist in the Operating Room as needed. Coordinates the care of the surgical patient with other team members. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and guiding principles.


Qualifications:

  • Education: High-School Diploma or GED Required.

  • Preferred Experience: 2+ years of full-time scrub experience with complex and routine cases preferred.

  • Licensure / Certification: If non-certified, will train the right candidate. 1-2 years of scrub experience required. If certified, successful completion of the Tech in Surgery - Certified (NCCT) exam with certification for LPN and Military candidates. 1-2 Years of scrub experience required. American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) is required.

  • Preferred Licensure / Certification: Graduate with a Degree in Surgical Technology from an accredited surgical technology program preferred.

  • Other: Must understand English both written and spoken, must be able to safely and successfully perform job-related functions, with or without reasonable accommodation required by federal, state, or local law.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

About this role

Summary

Assist surgeons in operating room with technical functions and patient care

Job title

Surgical Technologist First Assist

Experience level

2+ years

Minimum experience

2+ years exp

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Oklahoma City, on-site required, no remote work

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

scrub experienceBLS certificationEnglish proficiency

Preferred skills

degree in surgical technology

Specializations

surgical assistanceoperating roompatient carehemostasis
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Oklahoma City, OK, USA

On-site City