Surgical Technologist

Froedtert Health; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Froedtert Health in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Surgical Technologist to support procedures, handle instruments, supplies, and equipment, and maintain the sterile field throughout the operation.

The role emphasizes anticipating the surgeon's needs, ensuring high-quality patient care, and joining a team with opportunities to advance through its network.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Surgical Technologist program or equivalent
• BLS certification within 90 days of hire or equivalent
• Surgical Technologist certification is highly preferred
• Post high school education, certification or diploma required

Responsibilities

• Handle instruments, supplies and equipment during surgery
• Maintain the sterile field and assist surgical team to ensure patient safety
• Anticipate surgeon needs and support intraoperative workflow
• Contribute to department cost containment, efficiency and quality performance

Skills

Sterile field maintenance

Anticipate surgeon needs

Team communication

Education

Surgical Technologist program

Post high school education or diploma/certification

Job description

• Clear sense of purpose\" and meaningful work


• Supportive colleagues and strong working relationships


• Opportunities to learn, develop new skills, and advance their careers


• Complex patient populations and advanced medical cases, which can accelerate professional growth and skill development


• Opportunities to move between departments, specialties, hospitals, and clinics within the network, creating pathways for long-term career advancement.

Schedule

We have different areas and hours open. Once you apply, we will match departments to your interests.

Job Summary

The Surgical Technologist handles instruments, supplies and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure. Has an understanding of the procedure being performed and anticipates the needs of the surgeon. Has the necessary knowledge and ability to ensure quality patient care during the operative procedure and is constantly on vigil for maintenance of the sterile field. He/she will perform other related duties as needed to maintain department cost containment, efficiency, and quality performance.

Requirements

Post high school education, certification or diploma required. Completion of a Surgical Technologist program, completion of Military Operating Room Specialist course or the Froedtert Health sponsored apprentice II program required.

American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider (BLS) or an AHA approved equivalent is required within 90 days of hire. Certification as a Surgical Technologist is highly preferred.