Certified Surgical Tech (CST)

85 Palmer Lutheran Health Center Inc.; West Union (IA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Full-time benefits eligibility

Job summary

Emplify Health by Gundersen is seeking a Certified Surgical Tech for Palmer - West Union. The role involves scrub duties, assisting the physician, and supporting circulating activities with the RN across early morning shifts.

Requirements include graduating from an accredited surgical tech program, CST certification within 2 years of hire, and current BLS from AHA/Red Cross. Starting pay is $27.32/hour; the position is part-time but eligible for full-time benefits.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited surgical tech program.
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification within 2 years of hire date.
• Current Infant-Adult Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (with hands on learning) from AHA or Red Cross.

Responsibilities

• Work Monday - Friday, 6:30–7:00 am start, 8-hour shifts, on-call rotation.
• Assist physician as scrub person according to prescribed standards.
• Assist RN in performing circulating duties as directed.

Education

Graduate from an accredited surgical tech program

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification within 2 years of hire date

Current Infant-Adult Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers

Job description

Love + medicine is who we are, it's what we do, it's why people want to work here. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 32 We’re not just filling positions, we’re building careers. At Emplify Health, we care for our teams, while they care for their communities. Whether you are just starting out or looking for a change, Emplify Health supports you now and into the future. Join us and find out how a little empathy changes everything. We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Certified Surgical Tech to join our team at Palmer - West Union!

What you will do

• Work Monday - Friday, typically 630-7 am starting time, 8-hour shifts, and on call rotation.
• Assists physician as scrub person according to prescribed standards.
• Assist RN in performing circulating duties as directed.
• Performs primarily in the scrub role preparing, selecting maintaining equipment, instruments, and supplies.

What you need

• Graduate from an accredited surgical tech program
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification within 2 years of hire date. This is not needed until 2 years AFTER start date.
• Current Infant-Adult Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers (with hands on learning) from one of the following programs; American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

What you will get

Starting pay is $27.32/ hour + more for relatable experience! This position is part-time but eligible for full‑time benefits! A work environment that supports you personally and professionally, and a work culture where you are valued and appreciated Career Growth/CDC - Growth opportunities and access to Emplify Health’s Career Development Center to help you navigate your career If you have a passion for enriching every life, this may be the right opportunity for you!

About Emplify Health by Gundersen

Emplify Health, a partnership of Bellin Health and Gundersen Health System, is a leading not-for‑profit, patient‑centered healthcare network based in Green Bay and La Crosse, Wisconsin. With 11 hospitals and over 100 clinics, we serve 67 cities across Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota, and Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and communities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Around here, loving your job is part of the job. Join our mission in changing healthcare while finding a career you’ll love! Gundersen Health System offers a proud, local history spanning more than 100 years. Our personalized patient care model is only the beginning of what you will experience as we foster population health transformation and innovation to serve our communities and you. We’ve made it a priority to enrich the lives of our employees as they find a career they love. Using each employee’s unique talents and passions, Gundersen is committed to delivering exceptional patient and family‑centered care to the communities we serve. You can be part of an exciting, highly adaptable and mission‑driven organization with a work environment that supports you personally and professionally and a work culture where you are valued and appreciated offering an employee‑first culture, work‑life balance, and career advancement & growth opportunities. This culture allows our organization to attract elite talent, like yourself!

What You Can Expect

Empowerment to shape your work environment, encouragement to improve processes and create efficiencies, and support when seeking opportunities for growth Culture that encourages self‑care and provides you with opportunities to be your best self at work and at home Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages, as applicable, ensuring your comfort and well‑being as a valuable team member Support for your career growth through Professional Development Opportunities, our Tuition Investment Program, Career Development Center, and online continuing education courses Inside our walls and our neighborhoods, we deliver world‑class medical care and the right amount of love. We call it LOVE + MEDICINE and it’s more than our practice. Gundersen Health System, based in La Crosse, WI, is the leading provider of primary and specialized care in western Wisconsin, southeast Minnesota, and northeast Iowa; serving more than 500,000 residents throughout 22 counties. Our physician‑led, not‑for‑profit healthcare system includes a 325‑bed teaching hospital, tertiary referral center, and Level II Trauma Center; community clinics; 6 affiliate critical access hospitals; nursing homes; behavioral health services; vision centers; pharmacies; and air and ground ambulance services. Together, we inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning, and innovating. We deliver Love + Medicine every day to change lives in our communities and enrich the lives of our employees.

Select Remote/Hybrid Eligible under More search to see our remote‑eligible openings. A rewarding career and an excellent quality of life awaits you.

Learn more about our excellence in patient care, education, research, culture, and something we call Love + Medicine at www.gundersenhealth.org/careers/life.