Surgical Technologist

Trinity Health; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 46,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

PTO

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement with Employer Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Referral Program

Job summary

Trinity Health in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Surgical Technologist to support surgeons and residents by organizing and passing instruments, supplies, and equipment under the surgeon's direction. You will ensure asepsis, assist with patient positioning, prepping and draping, and help with exposure using instruments, retractors, suction, and sponging.

This full-time, 36-hour week role offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for career growth within a large Catholic health

Qualifications

• Completion of a Surgical Technologist program or six years of surgical tech experience.
• Certified Surgical Technologist preferred.
• Familiarity with standard desktop and Windows-based computer systems, including email, e-learning, intranet and computer navigation.
• Ability to use other software required to perform essential functions.

Responsibilities

• Applies knowledge of surgical anatomy, physiology, and operative technique relative to all procedures.
• Applies principles of asepsis and infection prevention.
• Identifies breaches in aseptic technique and implements interventions for resolution.
• Assists with position, prepping and draping of the patient.
• Provides assistance as necessary to surgeons and residents by selecting, organizing, anticipating, and passing surgical instruments, medical supplies, equipment, and provides retraction under the direction of the surgeon.
• Assists with exposure through appropriate use of instruments, retractors, suctioning and sponging.

Skills

Surgical techniques

Asepsis

Intraoperative assistance

Anatomy knowledge

Communication

Education

Surgical Technologist program

Tools

Windows proficiency

Job description

Employment Type:Full timeShift:12 Hour Day ShiftDescription:

Hours | Schedule:

• 36 hours per week, Full time

• 6:45am - 7:15pm, Day shift

• 12-hour shifts

Highlights and Benefits:

• Competitive compensation, DAILYPAY

• Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods.

• Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability

• Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions

• Colleague Referral Program to earn cash and prizes

• Unlimited career growth opportunities with one of the largest Catholic healthcare organizations in the country

• Tuition Reimbursement
  

Position Purpose:

Provides assistance as necessary to surgeons and residents by selecting, organizing, anticipating and passing surgical instruments, medical supplies, equipment, and provides retraction under the direction of the surgeon.

What the Surgical Technologist Will Do:

• Applies knowledge of surgical anatomy, physiology, and operative technique relative to all procedures.

• Applies principles of asepsis and infection prevention.

• Identifies breaches in aseptic technique and implements interventions for resolution.

• Assists with position, prepping and draping of the patient.

• Provides assistance as necessary to surgeons and residents by selecting, organizing, anticipating, and passing surgical instruments, medical supplies, equipment, and provides retraction under the direction of the surgeon.

• Assists with exposure through appropriate use of instruments, retractors, suctioning and sponging.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Completion of a Surgical Technologist program; or six years of surgical tech experience

• Certified Surgical Technologist preferred

• Familiarity with standard desktop and windows-based computer system, including email, e-learning, intranet and computer navigation.

• Ability to use other software required to perform essential functions.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.