Surgery Technician I

NorthernBio; Muskegon (MI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

NorthernBio in Muskegon, Michigan is seeking a Surgical Technician I to support animal studies, prepare subjects, monitor anesthesia, and assist with study setup and data recording.

The role involves maintaining surgical equipment, sterilizing suites, managing supplies, and following strict aseptic procedures. 15% office time, 85% lab work with exposure to pathogens and PPE requirements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Bachelor’s degree in animal or life sciences with 6+ months experience preferred.
• SRA or ALAT certification preferred; begin SRA process within 2 years of hire.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and ability to learn additional applications.
• Good written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with operation maintenance of surgical equipment.
• Stock standard surgical supplies.
• Sterilization and preparation of surgical suites, equipment, and tools.
• Surgical sanitation and aseptic technique with site preparation.
• Drug calculation and administration including eye drops, injections, and catheter placement.
• Monitor anesthesia machines, depth, patient vitals, and overall status.
• Intubation/extubation, induction of anesthesia, ventilation.
• Data collection and review with detailed observations and note-taking.
• Ability to handle common laboratory species.
• Assist with humane euthanasia procedures as necessary.
• Waste management and proper disposal of biohazards and chemicals.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Coachability

Communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Bachelor’s degree in animal or life sciences

SRA/ALAT certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Role Summary

The Surgical Technician I will engage in surgical support services such as animal preparation, note taking, anesthesia monitoring, study setup, surgical record review, and facilitating surgical staff in completing studies in a timely, efficient, and accurate manner.

Role Responsibilities

• Assist with operation maintenance of surgical equipment.
• Stocking standard surgical supplies.
• Sterilization and preparation of surgical suites, equipment, and tools.
• Surgical sanitation and aseptic technique with surgical site preparation.
• Drug calculation and administration including eye drops, topical, subcutaneous, intravenous, intramuscular, intraperitoneal, and catheter placement.
• Use of anesthesia machines including anesthesia monitoring, assessment of depth, patient monitoring, and vital sign monitoring.
• Intubation/extubation, induction of anesthesia, ventilation.
• Paper and electronic data collection, including detailed observations, note-taking, and data review.
• Ability to handle common laboratory species.
• Assisting with or performing humane euthanasia procedures as necessary.
• Waste management including proper disposal of biohazard materials and chemicals.
• Other duties as assigned.

Role Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Bachelor’s degree in animal or life sciences with a minimum of 6 months experience preferred.
• SRA or ALAT certification preferred. Required to begin the application process for SRA certification within 2 years of hire.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office core applications and the ability to learn and use additional applications.
• Good written and oral communication skills.

Behavioral Expectations

• Self-motivation
• Teamwork
• Coachability

Special Requirements

• This role will spend approximately 15% of time in an office setting and 85% of time in the laboratory. There will be exposure to animal pathogens and chemicals. There will be handling of, and/or exposure to, animal tissues and zoonotic organisms.
• Ability to don and wear personal protective gear, including N95 masks and respirators.
• Physical activity includes lifting (up to 50lbs), carrying (up to 40lbs for up to 50 feet), pushing/pulling (up to 75lbs force), reaching, gripping/pinching, standing, and ascending ladders without restriction.
• Ability to spend most of the day standing or walking.
• Ability to work beyond typical work schedule including evenings, weekends, and extended shifts with short notice.