Surgical Specialty Tech: Neuro/Ortho & Ophthalmology

SSM Health; Alabama; On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus eligibility

Job summary

SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital – Madison is seeking a Surgical Technician to support Neurosurgery, Orthopedics/Spine and Ophthalmology teams. You will assist the physician and registered nurse, maintain sterile technique, and help prepare instruments for complex cases.

Role requires six months of surgical specialty experience or two years as a surgical technician, plus a high school diploma/GED. Rotating shifts, 40 hours weekly, with night and weekend call as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required or 10 years of work experience.
• Six months' experience in surgical specialty or two years' of surgical technician experience.

Responsibilities

• Anticipates and plans individualized patient care based on surgical case and needs of patient and surgeon.
• Assists surgical cases by running the table and supporting the surgeon with instrumentation and asepsis.
• Maintains equipment and contributes to quality and efficiency outcomes.
• Prioritizes and problem-solves in high-stress environments.
• Demonstrates operating knowledge of all instrumentation and equipment in the specialty area.
• Mentors non-specialty staff on specialty equipment and instrumentation.

Skills

Surgical bedside care

Education

High School diploma/GED or 10 years of work experience

Job description

SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital – Madison is seeking a Surgical Technician to support Neurosurgery, Orthopedics/Spine and Ophthalmology teams. You will assist the physician and registered nurse, maintain sterile technique, and help prepare instruments for complex cases.

Role requires six months of surgical specialty experience or two years as a surgical technician, plus a high school diploma/GED. Rotating shifts, 40 hours weekly, with night and weekend call as needed.