Certified Surgical Technologist - 36 Hours - Rotating Shift

Henry Ford Health System; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Surgical Technician to join their dynamic team. This role involves facilitating the safe performance of surgical procedures, preparing the operating suite, and assisting surgeons with instruments and supplies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in surgical techniques and patient care, ensuring a smooth surgical experience. With a rotating shift schedule, this position offers a unique opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment while contributing to the health and well-being of patients. If you're passionate about surgical care and eager to make a difference, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent with 2 years of experience or Associate's degree required.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate safe and efficient surgical procedures.
• Prepare surgical suite with necessary sterile instruments and supplies.
• Assist with patient positioning and draping.

Skills

Surgical Procedures

Instrument Handling

Patient Positioning

Sterilization Techniques

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's or Technical Degree

Tools

Surgical Instruments

Job description

GENERAL SUMMARY:

• Facilitate the safe and efficient performance of surgical procedures.


• Prepare surgical operating suite with sterile drapes and sterile solutions as well as appropriate sterile and non-sterile instruments and supplies.


• Hand required/requested instruments and supplies to surgeon during surgery.


• Assist with preparing, transporting, positioning and draping patients.


• Maintain instruments in an organized manner and monitors/tracks instruments counts throughout procedures.

POSITION SUMMARY:

• Henry Ford Hospital St John Hosptial - Detroit


• Rotating Shift

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURES REQUIRED:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.


• One or more of the following required:
  
  
  
  • Surgical Tech credentialed from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  
  
  • Surgical Tech credentialed from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  
  
  
  

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Health St. John Hospital


• Department: Surgery 001


• Shift: Rotating


• Union Code: Not Applicable