Surgical Tech II

eisenhower; United States; On-site; USD 41,000 - 63,000; Part time

Job summary

Eisenhower is seeking a Surgical Technologist for part-time day shifts in the United States. The role involves preparing supplies, maintaining the sterile field, and passing instruments to surgeons while ensuring safety and efficiency across multi-specialty procedures.

Required: high school diploma or GED with accredited Surgical Technology training; BLS; two years of experience. Certification as Surgical Technologist is required for hires after 2025.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; completion of surgical tech training preferred.
• Certification as Surgical Technologist preferred if hired after 2025; BLS required.
• Two years of experience as Surgical Technologist in acute multi-specialty environments.

Responsibilities

• Maintain aseptic technique and compliance with unit policies.
• Anticipate surgeon needs and procure supplies before case start.
• Prepare room, setup equipment and instrument table for cases.
• Verify medications and irrigations with nurse; document counts.
• Lead unit projects to improve safety and efficiency; support cost containment.
• Mentor new staff and coordinate with other team members.

Skills

Communication

Scrubbing for procedures

Independent case support

Aseptic technique

OR emergency knowledge

Critical thinking

Traffic pattern awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Surgical Technology training program

Job description

Default Work Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Hours: 24

Salary range: $30.59 - $46.48

Schedule: Part Time

Shift Hours: 12 Hour employee

Department: 2N LDRP

Job Objective:

Performs the duties of a scrub person; prepares supplies for case, sets up and maintains the sterile field, passes instruments and supplies to the surgeon, readies used instruments for the cleaning and re-sterilization process.

Education:

Required: High school diploma, GED or higher level degree if hired after January 1, 2025; successful completion of accredited Surgical Technology training program or five (5) years of additional Surgical Technologist experience in lieu of completion of training program

Licensure/Certification:

Required: Certification as a Surgical Technologist if hired after January 1, 2025; American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)

Experience:

Required: Two (2) years of experience as a Surgical Technologist in an acute multi-specialty environment, evidencing independent performance in a variety of surgical specialties

Reports To:

Clinical Director or Manager

Supervises:

N/A

Ages of Patients:

Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult, Geriatric

Blood Borne Pathogens:

High Potential

Skills, Knowledge, Abilities:

Ability to communicate with patients, healthcare professionals, and staff to ensure clear and accurate exchange of information, Ability to scrub for procedures without assistance within assigned area(s), Ability to take call independently and respond for all specialties within assigned area(s), Advanced knowledge and practice of aseptic and surgical technique, Advanced knowledge related to OR emergency situations, Critical thinking skills, Knowledge of the surgical environment regarding traffic patterns and contamination of the sterile field

Essential Responsibilities

1. Demonstrates compliance with Code of Conduct and compliance policies, and takes action to resolve compliance questions or concerns and report suspected violations.
2. Maintains aseptic technique according to the policies and procedures of Surgical Services.
3. Anticipates surgeon's needs by reviewing preference card, procuring appropriate supplies prior to start of case and remaining attentive to the progression of the case.
4. Prepares supplies, room setup and equipment for cases; maintains orderly instrument table and surgical field.
5. Verifies and labels medications and irrigations on the back table with nurse.
6. Maintains and documents accurate sponge, needle, and instrument counts with the nurse.
7. Accurately identifies surgical specimen and transfers to the nurse.
8. Prepares instruments for cleaning and re-sterilization.
9. Assists with putting away supplies and room turnover.
10. Provides leadership for projects at unit level to correct safety/clinical quality deficiencies; lead / implement changes at the unit level.
11. Contributes to maximum efficiency of the surgical line up in order to adhere to surgical start times.
12. Contributes to cost effectiveness by using judgement when opening and using supplies; assists with developing processes to improve cost containment / decrease waste in room.
13. Remains current with new intraoperative techniques and equipment through participation in unit based and continuing education.
14. Serves as a role model to new employees and other staff members; coaches team to anticipate resources; acts as a preceptor to new staff and students.
15. Participates in department projects; assists in the development of policies, procedures and protocols at the department level
16. Accepts responsibilities only within scope of practice.
17. May be required to work at alternate sites.
18. Performs other duties as assigned.