Surgical Technologist

University Of Michigan; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare institution as a Surgical Technologist, where you'll support surgical teams in a dynamic environment. This full-time role involves preparing equipment and assisting during operations, contributing to patient care excellence. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and a commitment to professional development.

Benefits

Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Prescription drug plan

Mental and emotional health programs

Child care resources

Life insurance

Legal services plan

Retirement savings opportunities

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited Surgical Technologist program.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgical team during operative procedures.
• Prepare sterile equipment and pass instruments.
• Assist with inventory and sterilization of instruments.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Surgical Technologist Program

Job description

To assist the surgical team at the Cardiovascular Center operating rooms during operative procedures, by preparing sterile equipment for the operation and passing instruments, sponges, and sutures to the operating team. Assist with inventory, sterilization of instruments, prepare and select equipment for procedures, transfer patients as needed, turnover and transfer of instruments to CSR/Decontamination, and put equipment back in place. Other duties as assigned.

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations, and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research, technology development, and leadership activities in Michigan, nationally, and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and encompasses three critical components: patient care, education, and research, which together enhance our contribution to society.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. It is comprised of over 30,000 employees, and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world's most distinguished academic health systems. Every member here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits Can You Look Forward To?

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage effective from your first day
• Flexible spending accounts
• Prescription drug plan
• Mental and emotional health programs
• Child care resources
• Life insurance
• Legal services plan
• Retirement savings opportunities with a 2:1 match and immediate vesting

Required Qualifications*

• Graduation from high school or equivalent, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Completion of an accredited or military Surgical Technologist program
• Commitment to contributing to a positive department culture
• Call commitment with a 30-minute response time

Desired Qualifications*

• Certification from The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)
• Experience as a Surgical Technologist
• Ability to scrub cardiac, general thoracic, and vascular cases
• Experience with family-centered care philosophy
• Excellent interpersonal skills and customer relations
• Ability to work as part of a team and to take direction

Work Schedule

Full-time, 40 hours; all positions are day shift with afternoon or night shift rotation, as well as midnight, weekend, and holiday on-call/shift obligations.

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters related to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.