Surgical Technologist

Ohio State University; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition Assistance

Outstanding retirement program

Management training

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is looking for a Surgical Technologist to join our perioperative team. In this role, you will perform technical skills related to patient care within the operating room and assist in various surgical procedures.

The ideal candidate must have completed formal Surgical Technology training and have prior experience in the operating room. The position includes benefits such as tuition assistance, outstanding retirement programs, and comprehensive

Qualifications

• Completed formal Surgical Technology Training Program or equivalent is required.
• Previous experience in the Operating Room as a Surgical Technologist is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform surgical scrub and technician duties for various procedures.
• Assist with intraoperative and postoperative responsibilities.
• Maintain a clean and organized perioperative unit.

Skills

Surgical technology skills

Patient care

Emergency care measures

Education

High school graduate or GED

Formal Surgical Technology Training

Job description

Job Title

Surgical Technologist

Department

Start a new career at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center as a Surgical Technologist! Become part of a collaborative team and play an integral part in ground-breaking surgeries that happen only at the Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center in Columbus, Ohio.

Benefits

• Tuition Assistance for employees and qualified dependents
• Outstanding retirement program
• Management training
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

Position Summary

As members of our perioperative team, Surgical Technologists perform the operating room technician and scrub tech job for various surgical procedures. In addition to these tasks, we rely on our surgical technologists to assist in intraoperative and postoperative responsibilities.

Job Description

Performs technical skills related to interoperative patient care. Assigned to perform the scrub role in various surgical procedures and also performs routine unit tasks. Provide emergency care measures as appropriate, and assist in meeting the patient's emotional needs. Follows universal precautions, safe handling guidelines, and all other infection control standards. Provide for safety/security of self and others and follow precautions as related to patient care. We ask that you maintain a clean and organized perioperative unit. Promotes a positive demeanor to staff, families, and patients/guests as well as maintains patient confidentiality. Is an unclassified professional staff position working under the direct supervision of a registered nurse and under the general supervision of Perioperative Managers. Performs all tasks in a manner that is efficient without compromising the quality of care, meets hospital continuing education and certification requirements, and upholds goals and objectives of the Department of Perioperative Services. Works to continuously build the organizational efficiency and demonstrates career growth and development.

Qualifications

• Must be a high school graduate or possess a GED.
• Must have completed formal Surgical Technology Training Program or the equivalent.
• Previous experience in the Operating Room as Surgical Technologist is preferred.

Location & Details

Location: Medical Center Tower (0870). Position Type: Regular. Scheduled Hours: 40. Shift:

Additional Information

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process. Thank you for your interest in positions at The Ohio State University and Wexner Medical Center.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability. As required by Ohio Revised Code section 3345.0216, Ohio State will: educate students by means of free, open and rigorous intellectual inquiry to seek the truth; equip students with the opportunity to develop intellectual skills to reach their own, informed conclusions; not require, favor, disfavor or prohibit speech or lawful assembly; create a community dedicated to an ethic of civil and free inquiry, which respects the autonomy of each member, supports individual capacities for growth and tolerates differences in opinion; treat all faculty, staff and students as individuals, hold them to equal standards and provide equality of opportunity with regard to race, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression.

Culture and Community

No matter your role, you'll be part of creating what people need now: pathways to education, research and health care. Working at Ohio State means you're part of a team with a strong sense of community and an unwavering commitment to excellence — and, of course, incomparable Buckeye spirit. We bring out the best in people, help each other succeed and learn together. By joining Ohio State, you become part of a top-20 public university with one of America’s leading academic health centers. We're a team of dedicated colleagues with access to boundless resources that support you.