Surgical Technologist

Ascension; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off and holidays

Career growth opportunities

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Ascension is seeking an experienced Circulating Nurse to support the Surgery department at St. Elizabeth Hospital in Appleton, WI. You will oversee patient care from pre-op through post-procedure documentation, ensuring a safe and efficient operative flow.

As a key member of the team, you will maintain a sterile field, organize instrumentation, assist the surgeon with wound exposure and suturing, and monitor patient status to anticipate needs and prevent complications.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification within 30 days of hire date required, American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• High School diploma or equivalent with 2 years of cumulative experience or Associate's degree/Technical degree or 4 years of applicable cumulative job-specific experience.

Responsibilities

• Advocate for and safeguard the total well-being of the patient as the circulating nurse from pre-op to post-procedure documentation.
• Execute and maintain a precise, sterile surgical field by organizing instruments and supplies for efficient procedural flow.
• Collaborate with the operating surgeon, assisting with wound exposure, hemostasis and suturing to drive optimal outcomes.
• Monitor team needs and patient changes, communicating and intervening to sustain procedure progression and safety.

Education

High School diploma or equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience

Associate's degree or Technical degree

Graduate of accredited Surgical Technologist program

Job description

Your future role at a glance

- Location: Appleton, WI

- Facility: St. Elizabeth Hospital

- Department: Surgery

- Schedule: Full-time days

How you’ll make an impact in this role

- Advocate for and safeguard the total well-being of the patient by expertly managing their comprehensive care as the circulating nurse, spanning pre-op preparation through post-procedure stabilization and documentation.
- Execute and maintain a precise, sterile surgical field by selecting, organizing, and managing all instrumentation and supplies to ensure a seamless and efficient procedural flow.
- Collaborate with the operating surgeon to drive optimal surgical outcomes by directly assisting with critical tasks such as wound exposure, hemostasis, and suturing.
- Monitor and anticipate team needs and patient physiological changes, proactively communicating and rapidly intervening to sustain optimal procedure progression and patient safety.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education:

- High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Additional Preferences:

- Must be a graduate of accredited Surgical Technologist program.
- Prior experience preferred.

Benefits that help you thrive

- Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options

- Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance

- Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays

- Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning

- Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

- Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits

- Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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