Surgical Technologist

Ascension Health; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

403(b) employer-matched plan

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement and development

Employee assistance program

Parental leave and family benefits

Transportation savings and more

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a surgical support professional at St. Joseph Hospital in Milwaukee, WI, within the Surgery department. The role involves day-shift duties in a 1.0 schedule, supporting safe and efficient surgical procedures and instrument handling.

Responsibilities include preparing sterile and non-sterile instruments, assisting with patient preparation and positioning, and maintaining accurate counts and organized instruments. BLS certification is required within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider within 1 Month of hire date required (American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted).
• Education: High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job-specific experience.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate safe and efficient surgical procedures
• Prepare sterile/non-sterile instruments and supplies
• Assist with patient preparation, positioning, and draping
• Maintain instrument organization and accurate counts

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

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Milwaukee, WI

• Facility: St. Joseph Hospital

• Department: Surgery

• Schedule: Day-shift, 1.0

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Facilitate safe and efficient surgical procedures

• Prepare sterile/non-sterile instruments and supplies

• Assist with patient preparation, positioning, and draping

• Maintain instrument organization and accurate counts

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.

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) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

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