Surgical Technologist 1

MyMichigan Health; Saginaw (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

MyMichigan Health in Saginaw is seeking a Surgical Technologist I to facilitate safe and efficient surgical procedures. Responsibilities include preparing the operating suite, assisting surgeons with instruments, and maintaining instrument organization throughout surgeries.

The ideal candidate should possess a High School Diploma or GED and knowledge from a surgical technology program. Additional certifications are required for this role.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of surgical procedures and standards of practice.
• Experience in operating surgical instruments and supplies.
• Ability to assist surgeons during procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surgical operating suite with necessary instruments.
• Assist surgeons during surgery with instruments.
• Maintain organized instruments and monitor counts.

Skills

Knowledge of surgical procedures

BLS Provider Certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Summary

Facilitates the safe and efficient performance of surgical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepares surgical operating suite with sterile and non-sterile instruments and supplies.
• Hands required and requested instruments and supplies to surgeon during surgery.
• Assists with preparing, transporting, positioning, and draping patients.
• Maintains instruments in an organized manner and monitors and tracks instrument counts throughout procedures.
• Assists surgeons with provision of hemostasis during surgery.

Certifications and Licensures

• BLS Provider

Required Education

High School Diploma or GED

Comments

For all Surgical Technologist I. Knowledge of surgical procedures and standards of practice acquired through a surgical technology program accredited through Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Program (CAAHEP) or military program. Upon completion may certify for certified surgical technologist exam or completion of a certified Surgical Technology program which upon completion of program may receive a National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) certification. Certifications must be valid with National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) and National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT).