Surgical Technologist

Henry-Ford-Health-2; Sterling Heights (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Michigan seeks a Surgical Technologist to support the OR team. You will prepare and handle instruments, supplies, and equipment during general to moderately complex procedures, and assist with patient preparation and transport.

Under supervision, you will respond to emergent situations, collaborate with surgeons and nurses, and help maintain safety and comfort for patients.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of Surgical Technology program or six months specialized patient care training in the armed forces required.
• Knowledge of OR surgical procedures, practices and techniques in patient care.
• Current BLS certification required or to be obtained within one month of start date.
• Surgical Technologist certification preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Handle surgical instruments, supplies and equipment during general to moderately complex procedures.
• Assist with patient preparation and patient transport.
• Assist surgical care team with patient care duties to ensure safety and comfort.
• Respond to emergent situations according to established procedures.

Skills

Surgical procedures knowledge

BLS certification

OR teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Surgical Technology program graduate

Surgical Technologist certification preferred

Tools

None

Job description

At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve.

Headquartered in Detroit, Henry Ford Health is helping shape the future of healthcare through the transformative Future of Health: Detroit initiative, a $3 billion investment that is redefining our academic healthcare campus and advancing innovation, research, education, and community impact.

Our work is grounded in purpose, collaboration, and belonging. We empower team members to grow their careers, contribute innovative ideas, and make a meaningful difference every day. Whether you're caring for patients, supporting operations, conducting research, or driving new solutions, you'll be part of a team united by a shared mission: delivering exceptional care, advancing health outcomes, and building healthier communities for all.

Job Description

• Schedule:20 hours per week, Dayshift, 6:00am - 2:30pm
• Sign on bonus:Eligible
• Department:Surgery

Under direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse and Surgical Team members, responsible for the handling of surgical instruments, supplies and equipment necessary during general to moderately complex surgical procedures. Ensures understanding of the assigned surgical procedures being performed and anticipates the needs of the assigned surgeon and surgical team members. Also provides service support related to patient preparation, patient transport, and assisting surgical care team with specific patient care duties to meet safety and comfort needs. Responds to emergent situations according to established procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required.
• Graduate of a Surgical Technology program or six (6) months specialized patient care training in the armed forces required.
• Specific knowledge of surgical procedures within the operating room (OR), in addition to knowledge of surgical procedures, practices and techniques in providing patient care and assisting surgeons in the O.R.
• Current BLS certification required or become BLS certified within one month of start date.
• Surgical Technologist certification preferred but not required.

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