Certified Surgical Technician

Trinity Health MI; Livonia (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading health organization as a Surgical Technician at St. Mary Mercy Hospital. This full-time position requires you to assist in surgeries, prepare the operating room, and maintain sterile techniques while ensuring patient comfort and safety. Ideal candidates should have an associate degree in Surgical Technology or equivalent experience and certifications. This entry-level position offers a rotating shift in a dynamic operating room environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience as a Surgical Technician.
• Surgical Technician Certification preferred.
• BLS Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assists with surgical procedures and prepares the operating room.
• Maintains sterile technique and assists during surgery.
• Communicates patient information for continuity of care.

Skills

Aseptic Technique

Communication

Patient Advocacy

Education

Associate degree in Surgical Technology

Specialized military training

Job description

Be among the first 25 applicants

Employment Type: Full time

Shift: Rotating Shift

Description: Rotating Shift

Opportunity: Join our Remarkable Care Team as a Surgical Technician in the Operating Room Department at St. Mary Mercy Hospital, Livonia!

• The Surgical Technician, under direct supervision, performs a variety of duties in the Operating Room, with possible rotation to other Surgical Services departments.
• Assists with surgical procedures by providing the surgeon with necessary instruments, supplies, and equipment efficiently while maintaining aseptic technique.
• Prepares the operating room for surgery by checking the case cart and preference sheet, and aseptically opening instruments, supplies, and equipment.
• Sets up and maintains a sterile field, assisting during the case by providing surgical instruments, sponges, sutures, and medications.
• Demonstrates surgical asepsis by maintaining and assisting efficiently within the sterile field.
• Participates in sponge, needle, and instrument counts.
• Performs duties under the direction of the registered nurse circulator.
• Communicates relevant patient information to the circulating nurse for continuity of care.
• Assists in room clean-up and removal of soiled supplies and trash after the surgical case.
• Functions in all surgical specialties with minimal assistance.
• Transports laboratory, surgical instruments, and supplies as needed.
• May serve as a Surgical Service assistant.
• As a patient advocate, reports observed or changing patient conditions to the healthcare team to ensure continuity of care.

Requirements:

• Associate degree in Surgical Technology, or
• Specialized military training, or
• Minimum of 2 years experience as a Surgical Technician
• Surgical Technician Certification (Preferred)
• BLS Certification

Our Commitment: Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor every person's dignity and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. We embrace diversity to grow stronger together and deliver compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected statuses.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Health Care Provider

Industries

• Hospitals and Health Care