Surgical Technologist

Surgery Partners, Inc; Altoona (WI); Presencial; USD 40.000 - 59.000; A tiempo parcial

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Comprehensive health plan

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Free scrubs

Descripción de la vacante

The Surgical Technologist role at Surgery Partners, Inc. supports surgeons in the operating room, ensuring sterile conditions and safe practices during invasive procedures.

You will prepare sterile trays, handle instruments, and assist the team to uphold patient safety and procedure efficiency. Under surgeon supervision, you will contribute to preventing wrong-site and wrong-procedure errors, maintain instrument counts, and support anesthesia and circulating staff.

Formación

• Eligibility for employment in the U.S.
• Degree from an accredited Surgical Technologist program
• Surgical Technologist certification preferred; BLS certification required upon hire
• Previous hospital surgical technologist experience preferred
• Must possess a cell phone interfacing with the organization’s secure message system

Responsabilidades

• Advocate for patients’ rights and needs with compassionate care
• Check supplies and equipment needed for surgical procedures
• Open sterile supplies and set up sterile tables with instruments
• Ensure Universal Protocol be initiated to prevent wrong-site errors
• Maintain sterile technique and infection control standards throughout procedures
• Assist in prepping room for next patient and hand instruments to surgeon
• Operate retinal laser under physician direction and ensure safety protocols are followed
• Keep accurate procedure records and communicate with circulator
• Label and care for specimens and perform counts prior to incision
• Participate in on-call rotation and respond to call-ins as needed
• Use secure messaging platform per department protocols
• Perform other duties as assigned

Conocimientos

Medical Terminology

EMR systems

HIPAA compliance

English communication

Attention to detail

Educación

Accredited Surgical Technologist program

BLS certification required

Descripción del empleo

Job Summary

The Surgical Technologist is an integral part of the team of medical practitioners providing surgical care to patients. Surgical Technologists work under the supervision of a surgeon to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety.

• .8 FTE - 32 hours per week
• Hours are variable

Application Deadline

10/26/2026

Job Summary

The Surgical Technologist is an integral part of the team of medical practitioners providing surgical care to patients. Surgical Technologists work under the supervision of a surgeon to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety.

Hours & Pay

• .8 FTE - 32 hours per week
• Hours are variable
• $29.11 - $43.03 per hour depending on experience

Essential Job Functions

• Advocate for patients’ rights, preferences, and needs, ensuring that they receive high-quality, compassionate care that is tailored to their individual circumstances
• Project a professional demeanor and appearance while maintaining the confidentiality of the patient, coworkers, and the organization, as appropriate
• Check supplies and equipment needed for surgical procedure
• Open sterile supplies and sets up sterile table with instruments, equipment, and medications/solutions needed for procedure
• Ensure compliance with Universal Protocol by initiating a pre-procedural 'Time Out' to prevent wrong-site, wrong-procedure, and wrong-patient errors
• Ensure infection control protocols and safety standards are followed in all aspects of patient care
• Anticipate additional supplies needed during the procedure
• Gown and glove surgeon and assistants
• Hold retractors or instruments as directed by the surgeon
• Sponge or suction operative site
• Apply electrocautery to clamps on bleeders
• Cut suture material as directed by the surgeon
• Connect drains to suction apparatus
• Prepare and apply sterile dressing
• Help in draping sterile field
• Pass instruments to surgeon during procedure
• Operate the retinal laser under the direction of the physician, adhering to all safety protocols and maintaining annual competency through required training
• Maintain highest standard of sterile technique during procedure
• Assist in prepping room for the next patient
• Keep accurate records throughout the procedure and communicates them to circulator
• Properly label and care for specimens taken during surgery, ensuring correct handling and documentation
• Perform appropriate counts with circulator prior to the operation and before incision is closed
• Clean and prepare instruments for terminal sterilization
• Assist other members of team with terminal cleaning of room
• Promptly report and document any occurrences of unusual events, safety concerns, or incidents in accordance with organization policies and procedures
• Participate in the department’s on-call rotation and respond promptly to call‑ins to ensure continuous patient care and surgical support as needed
• Use the organization's secure messaging platform in accordance with departmental protocols, including timely receipt and responses to communications
• Perform other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Medical Terminology
• Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems
• Quality assurance and accreditation standards
• Understanding of HIPAA regulations, patient confidentiality laws and patient rights
• Effective English communication in verbal and written format
• Quality work including attention to detail and accuracy
• Basic computer proficiency
• Carry out customer service standards
• Capacity to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Prioritize tasks effectively through managing workload based on urgency and importance
• Continuously learn and improve through staying up to date on job specific trends, policies, and new technologies
• Successfully demonstrate organization-wide performance review competencies

Qualifications

• Demonstrates eligibility for employment in the U.S.
• Degree from an accredited Surgical Technologist program required
• Surgical Technologist certification preferredBLS certification is required upon hire
• Previous experience as a Surgical Technologist in a hospital environment is preferred
• Must possess a cell phone that interfaces with the organization’s secure message system

Benefits

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account with an employer contribution
• Company paid life insurance
• Free scrubs with laundry service
• Free meals
• PTO
• 401(k) retirement plan with 4% company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness reimbursement

Equal Employment Opportunity & Work Force Diversity

Our organization is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, parental status, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic testing results or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. This practice relates to all personnel matters such as compensation, benefits, training, promotions, transfers, layoffs, etc. Furthermore, our organization is committed to going beyond the legal requirements of equal employment opportunity to take positive actions which ensure diversity in the workplace and result in a multi-cultural organization.

Equal Opportunity Employer

This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.