Surgical Scrub Technician – OR Support (Day Shift)

Lifepoint Health; Michigan; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

UP Health System - Portage, part of Lifepoint Health, seeks a Surgical Scrub Tech for full-time day shifts in Michigan. The role involves preparing the OR, assisting with patient positioning and instrument handling, and ensuring aseptic practice.

On-call coverage and active participation in turnovers and training are required. The ideal candidate has completed a certified surgical technology program, strong critical-thinking skills, and the ability to work under pressure with minimal

Qualifications

• Requires completion of a Certified Surgical Technology Program.
• Demonstrates critical thinking, decisive judgment and ability to work with minimal supervision.
• 1 year related experience preferred; BLS-HCP certification beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the surgical operating suite with drapes, solutions, instruments, equipment and supplies; ensure equipment is in good working order.
• Assist with preparing, transporting, positioning and draping patients.
• Pass instruments to the physician during surgery and track instruments and supplies.
• Receive and process specimens for delivery to the laboratory.
• Perform on-call services as required.
• Facilitate efficient room turnovers and participate in staff orientation and training.
• Attend meetings as required and perform other related duties.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Minimal supervision

Stress management

Education

Certified Surgical Technology Program

Job description

UP Health System - Portage, part of Lifepoint Health, seeks a Surgical Scrub Tech for full-time day shifts in Michigan. The role involves preparing the OR, assisting with patient positioning and instrument handling, and ensuring aseptic practice.

On-call coverage and active participation in turnovers and training are required. The ideal candidate has completed a certified surgical technology program, strong critical-thinking skills, and the ability to work under pressure with minimal