Surgical Tech

Detroit Medical Center; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with match

PTO

Career development

HSA

Job summary

Detroit Medical Center in Detroit, Michigan seeks a Surgical Technician to support the operating room team under supervision. You will scrub on various procedures, handle instruments, maintain aseptic technique, and assist with patient transport and intraoperative needs.

The role requires completing a surgical technology program or equivalent, with 1–2 years of experience preferred. The facility emphasizes patient care and teamwork within a high-tech environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and DMC surgical technician program or equivalent.
• Certification by the Association of Surgical Technologists is desirable.
• 1–2 years experience as a surgical technician preferred.

Responsibilities

• Scrub on all operating procedures; handle instruments, sutures, and sponges; assist surgeon and maintain aseptic technique.
• Prepare for scheduled procedures; ensure equipment and supplies are ready.
• Maintain clean OR and restock supplies; manage instrumentation and equipment as needed.
• Assist in patient transport to/from OR and verify identity.
• May serve as second circulator and assist in staff education and policy development.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Surgical scrubbing

Aseptic technique

Instrument handling

Team collaboration

Patient condition monitoring

Post-op support

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Surgical technician program

Tools

Sterilization equipment

Job description

• $13,500 Sign on Bonus, with required relevant experience**
• $13,500 Sign on Bonus, with required relevant experience**

DMC Harper University/Hutzel Women's Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

Benefit Statement

At Tenet Healthcare, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare C dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder C childcare, auto C home insurance.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Under direct supervision, and according to established policies and procedures, performs a variety of duties in the OR and related areas to assist the surgical team.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

• Scrubs on all types of operating procedures; handles surgical instruments, sutures & sponges; anticipates the needs of the surgeon, assisting as necessary. Maintains strict aseptic technique, assumes joint responsibility with the circulating nurse for ensuring that all are accounted for during and after the operation. Observes patient's condition while in the OR; reports any changes to the staff nurse and/or anesthesia.
• Prepares for scheduled operative procedures, ensuring that necessary equipment, instruments and supplies are available and ready for use.*
• Maintains a clean and safe OR environment; cleans rooms and sterilizes equipment. Restocks OR with standard supplies and assists in updating surgical instrument sets. Maintains power equipment and specialty instrumentation within assigned specialty areas.*
• Assists in the transportation of patients to and from the OR; verifies patient identity; assists with lifting and positioning of patient for surgical procedures.*
• May assist as second circulator under the direction of a registered nurse. Prepares materials to be presented in dept in-service education programs as assigned. Assists in the trial and evaluation of new surgical products. Provides input to managers in developing new policies and procedures for the department. Participates on committees as assigned.*
• Performs other related duties as assigned.*

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and... Equivalent DMC surgical technician training program or... Equivalent combination of training and/or experience or... Successful completion of an accredited surgical technician program .
• Certification by the Association of Surgical Technologists highly desirable.
• One to two years experience as a surgical technician preferred.

Facility Description

DMC Harper University/Hutzel Women's Hospital has distinguished itself in surgery and medicine and is known for its clinical expertise and innovative research. A specialty referral hospital, Harper has established Centers of Excellence in neurosciences, bariatric surgery, vascular services, multidisciplinary cardiovascular services, hypertension, stroke prevention and heart failure.

EEO Statement

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

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The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations

Job: Surgical Services

Primary Location: Detroit, Michigan

Facility: DMC Harper University/Hutzel Women's Hospital

Job Type: Full Time

Shift Type: Rotating

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information.

E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify

The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

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Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.