Senior Surgical Technologist/Surgical Technologist (Underfill)

Kappaalphapsi1911; Ann Arbor (MI); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Prescription drug plan

Mental health resources

Child care resources

Life Insurance

Retirement savings with 2:1 match

Job summary

University of Michigan in Ann Arbor seeks a Senior Surgical Technologist to support the operating room team by preparing sterile equipment, passing instruments, and assisting with instrument turnover. The role involves inventory, sterilization, and transfers between CSPD/Decontamination, with duties aligned to patient care excellence.

Ideal candidates have an accredited Surgical Technologist program and several years of experience, plus a teamwork mindset and strong prioritization skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program or pending accreditation.
• Senior level requires completion of an accredited Surgical Technologist program and minimum 3 years of experience.
• Commitment to positive department culture; ability to work as part of a team and take direction.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgical team during operative procedures by preparing sterile equipment and passing instruments, sponges, and sutures.
• Assist with inventory, sterilization, and transfer of patients as needed.
• Handle turnover and transfer of instruments to CSPD/Decontamination and return equipment to place.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Prioritization

Motivation and organization

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Accredited Surgical Technologist program

Job description

# Senior Surgical Technologist/Surgical Technologist (Underfill)University of MichiganAnn Arbor, MIFull-TimeSep 30, 2026Healthcare Services## Job Description## Mission StatementMichigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.## Job SummaryTo assist surgical team during operative procedures by preparing sterile equipment for the operation and passing instruments, sponges and sutures to the operating team. Assist with inventory, sterilization of instruments, prepare and select equipment for procedures, transfer of patients as needed, turnover and transfer of instruments to CSPD/Decontamination and putting equipment back in place. Other duties as assigned.**What Benefits Can You Look Forward to?*** Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day* Flexible spending accounts* Prescription Drug Plan* Mental and emotional health programs* Child Care Resources* Life Insurance* Legal Services Plan* Retirement Savings Opportunities with 2:1 match and immediate vesting## Required Qualifications\\* Intermedate:* High School Diploma or GED* Certification or satisfactory completion of an equivalent Surgical Technology training program, or a program pending immediate accreditation.* Highly motivated and organized.* Good interpersonal/team skills. Senior Level:* High School Diploma or GED* Completion of an accredited Surgical Technologist program.* Minimum 3 years experience as a Surgical Technologist Both:* Must have a commitment to contributing to a positive department culture* Demonstrated ability to work as a part of a team in addition to being able to take direction* Able to prioritize tasks quicklyPhysical requirements: This position requires moderate standing/walking, as well as lifting, positioning, pushing and/or transferring of patients.## Desired Qualifications\\** Experience with scrubbing any of the following: Spine, Neurosurgery, Otolaryngology, Oral-Maxillofacial, and Thoracic* Experience as a Surgical Technologist.* Ability to scrub all services.## Modes of WorkPositions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.## Work ScheduleWork Schedule for the **Day/Eve*** Shift: Day/Eve (varying start times)* On-call, Weekend, and Holiday Obligation## Underfill StatementThis position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.## Union AffiliationThis position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.## Background ScreeningMichigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.## Application DeadlineJob openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.## U-M EEO StatementThe University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.