Surgical Technician

Lifepoint Health; Hancock Township (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

401(k) matching

Job summary

UP Health System - Portage in Michigan is hiring a Surgical Scrub Tech for the operating room. The role involves preparing the surgical suite, assisting with patient positioning, and passing instruments during procedures to support the surgeon.

The ideal candidate will have completed a Certified Surgical Technology Program, hold BLS-HCP, and be able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment. On-call rotations apply with this full-time day position.

Qualifications

• Requires critical thinking, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS-HCP) certification required.
• 1 year related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares surgical operating suite with drapes, solutions, instruments, equipment and supplies.
• Assists with preparing, transporting, positioning and draping patients.
• Passes instruments to physician during surgery and accounts for instruments and supplies.
• Receives and processes specimens for delivery to the laboratory.
• Performs on-call services as requested.
• Ensures efficient and timely room turnovers and participates in meetings.
• Participates in orientation and training of personnel and students.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Critical thinking

Work under pressure

Minimal supervision

Education

Certified Surgical Technology Program

Job description

Surgical Scrub Tech OR

Job Type: Full Time Day

Shift- M-Th 10 Hour Shift, Rotating call requirement (nights, weekends, holidays)

Your experience matters

Up Health System- Portage part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Surgical Scrub Tech joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute

A Surgical Scrub Tech who excels in this role:

• Prepares surgical operating suite with drapes, solutions, instruments, equipment and supplies. Ensures good working order of equipment and instruments.
• Assists with preparing, transporting, positioning and draping patients.
• Passes instruments to physician during surgery. Continually accounts for number and location of instruments and supplies during surgery.
• Receives and processes specimens for delivery to the laboratory.
• Performs on call services as requested.
• Actively participates and ensures room turnovers are efficient and timely.
• Assist with orientation and training of personnel and students.
• Participates and attends meetings as required and/ or assigned.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.
• Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).

What we are looking for

Applicants should have completed a Certified Surgical Technology Program. Additional requirements include:

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment, and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider (BLS-HCP)
• 1-year related experience (preferred)

More about UP Health System - Portage

UP Health System - Portage has been serving Michigan's Western Upper Peninsula since 1896. It supports a multi-specialty medical community with over 40 physicians, and more than a dozen allied health professionals. The main campus features a 36-bed hospital, accredited as a chest pain center by the Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care (SCPC).

UP Health System - Portage was the first in the state to achieve Level III ACC (American College of Cardiology) verification as a trauma center. Additional services include dedicated physician hospitalists, cardiopulmonary services, elective and emergency orthopedics, women's health, general surgery, hematology and oncology, internal medicine, sports medicine and rehabilitation and sports medicine, x-ray and diagnostics (including MRI, mobile PET scan, 64-slice CT scanner, nuclear imaging, and 3D mammography), an advanced wound care center, a sleep lab, two Express Care walk-in clinics, a regional dialysis unit, pharmacy services, laboratory services, home care, and a 60-bed senior living community.

With small communities and big ideas, Michigan's Upper Peninsula is the perfect place for people to explore their many interests. Visit the art galleries, and museums, walk along the beaches of Lake Superior, hike, bike, and explore the beautiful nature trails. Wrap yourself up in a blanket of bright stars, clean air and open water.

Hancock is a community that brings together small-town values, rich history and a four-season wonderland for outdoor enthusiasts - without long commute times or congested highways. The Keweenaw is home to two universities - Michigan Technological University and Finlandia University. The community benefits from the diversity, culture and high standards of living contributed to our small town.

We often call the Keweenaw the "Copper Country" because of the amount of natural "float" copper found in the area. In fact, at 90% pure, much of the copper is the purest copper in the world.

Welcome, to the Keweenaw Peninsula!

EEOC Statement

UP Health System - Portage is an Equal Opportunity Employer. UP Health System - Portage is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.