Certified Surgical Tech

United Surgical Partners International; Boyne City (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off (15 days/year)

401k retirement plan

Employee Assistance program

Job summary

United Surgical Partners International is looking for a full-time Certified Surgical Tech to join Northern Michigan Surgical Suites. This role is critical in ensuring the safe and proper use of surgical instruments while anticipating the needs of the surgical team. Candidates should have a High School Diploma, a Scrub Technician Certification, and 1-2 years of operating room experience. The position includes a $2,500 sign-on bonus and offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Scrub Technician Certification Program.
• 1-2 years of operating room experience as a Scrub Tech.
• Certification as required by state and/or center.

Responsibilities

• Ensure proper care and use of surgical instruments.
• Anticipate the needs of the surgical team.
• Establish and maintain sterile field during surgical procedures.

Skills

Operating room experience

Aseptic technique

Instrument care and sterilization

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Scrub Technician Certification

BLS Certification

Job description

Northern Michigan Surgical Suites has an immediate need for a full time Certified Surgical Tech to join the team!

$2,500 Sign on Bonus!

Certified Surgical Tech at Northern Michigan Surgical Suites

Responsible for ensuring proper care and use of surgical instruments. Anticipates the needs of the surgical team. Establishes and maintains sterile field during surgical procedures in the operating room.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs specified functions to meet the requirements of each approved procedure
• Assembles supplies and equipment for scheduled procedures according to physicians’ preference cards
• Inspects equipment for proper working condition
• Follows principles of aseptic technique and prescribed operating/procedure room procedures
• Adheres to aseptic technique when opening sterile packages and preparing for the procedure
• Arranges instruments according to given procedure
• Confirms that instruments work properly
• Maintains availability of instruments and supplies to avoid delays
• Reports observed or suspected breaks in sterile technique and takes action according to policy
• Correctly uses, cares for, cleans, and sterilizes instruments, supplies, and equipment as directed
• Handles equipment and instruments correctly to provide appropriate availability and safety
• Assists in maintaining adequate supplies in the operating room for immediate access during procedure
• Assists in storing and stocking supplies as directed
• Maintains and updates instrument cards and surgeons’ preference cards
• Responds in a timely manner to meet the needs of the patient and physician
• Documents patient-care records and other forms according to facility policies and procedures
• Accurately advises others responsible for care of the patient about the patient’s status
• Assists with room turnover/room cleaning throughout the day for optimal patient flow
• Other duties may be assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED; completion of a Scrub Technician Certification Program.
• Certification as required by state and/or center.
• 1-2 years of operating room experience as a Scrub Tech in multiple specialties or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• BLS Certification.

Benefits

USPI offers the following benefits, subject to employment status:

• Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• Paid time off (vacation & sick leave) – Starting PTO accrual is 15 days per year.
• 401k retirement plan
• Paid holidays
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, AD&D, auto & home insurance.

Sign on bonuses are eligible for external hires.