Surgical Tech - Surg Tech

Cynet Health; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Cynet Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist to support the Surgical Services team in Grand Rapids, MI. The role focuses on preparing the sterile field, handling instruments, and assisting during procedures in a 13-week assignment with day shifts.

The successful candidate will complete an accredited surgical technology program, work well in a team, maintain confidentiality, and communicate effectively with surgeons and staff while ensuring patient safety and efficient case flow.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited school of surgical technology or equivalent.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the surgical suite and sterile field for procedures.
• Handle intraoperative instruments and maintain sterility.
• Monitor conditions during procedures and respond as needed.
• May serve as a preceptor for new staff.
• Provide sterile instruments and supplies during surgeries.
• Perform sponge, needle, and instrument counts.
• Create and maintain a sterile and safe environment.
• Prepare case tables with equipment, supplies, and meds.
• Assist in patient positioning and maintain safety.
• Collaborate on instrument set changes with physicians and supply staff.
• Participate in case costing discussions with surgeons.
• Engage in safety initiatives and risk mitigation.
• Additional duties as needed.

Skills

Team player

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Written and verbal communication

Education

Accredited surgical technology program

Job description

Surgical Tech - Surg Tech

Profession: Healthcare

Specialty: Surgical Services

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: Day

Hours per Shift: 10

Experience: Minimum 0 years

License: Required upon start

Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS), Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

Must-Have:

• Completion of an accredited school of surgical technology or equivalent
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Attention to detail and strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

Description:The Surgical Technologist is responsible for the preparation of the surgical suite.They ensure the intraoperative handling of instruments and the maintenance of a sterile field.They monitor changing conditions during surgical procedures and make appropriate responses.This role requires knowledge of surgical procedures and principles related to those procedures.The Surgical Technologist may serve as a preceptor.Essential functions include providing sterile instruments and supplies during surgical procedures.They perform surgical sponge, needle, and instrument counts.Creating and maintaining a sterile and safe environment is crucial.The Surgical Technologist prepares case tables with the necessary equipment, supplies, and medications for each surgical case.They assist in positioning patients for surgery and maintain a protective position throughout the procedure.The role involves working proactively with physicians to submit preference card changes.The Surgical Technologist suggests instrument set changes and collaborates with supply staff to identify necessary instrument sets.They actively engage in case costing discussions with surgeons regarding product usage.This position participates in safety initiatives and risk mitigation measures.Additional duties may be assigned as needed.Core values include commitment to maintaining confidentiality and promoting a safe environment.