Surgical Technologist - Bellevue Medical Center (Weekends)

Nebraska Medicine; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Nebraska Medicine is seeking a Surgical Technologist for Bellevue Medical Center to support the intraoperative nursing care and perioperative team. You will scrub, arrange instruments, and maintain a sterile environment to assist physicians and staff during surgeries.

The role requires an accredited surgical technology background and BLS certification, with weekend/on-call shifts as described, to ensure safe and efficient patient care across the surgical suites.

Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent required.
• Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program OR equivalent scrub experience required.
• BLS certification from an American Heart Association endorsed program required, effective for new hires starting Jan 1, 2023 or later.

Responsibilities

• Scrub and related duties according to standards and policies.
• Support intraoperative nursing care and promote efficient operation of the surgery center.
• Provide assistance to physicians and support staff during procedures.

Skills

Bilingual (EN/ES)

Education

High school education or equivalent

Graduate of accredited surgical technology program or equivalent scrub experience

BLS certification (AHA-endorsed)

Job description

Serious Medicine is what we do. Being extraordinary is who we are. Every colleague plays a key role in upholding this promise to our patients and their families.

Shift

Weekend Shift (United States of America)

Surgical Technologist - Bellevue Medical Center

A Surgical Technologist is a critical member of the perioperative care team who assists surgeons, nurses, and other medical staff before, during, and after surgical procedures. This role is responsible for preparing the operating room, ensuring all sterile instruments and supplies are available and properly arranged, maintaining a sterile environment throughout procedures, and anticipating the needs of the surgical team to support safe and efficient patient care.

Work Schedule

Full Time Part-time | Weeknight and 24 hour Weekend on-call required 7-1930 | Saturday and Sunday only or 7-1530, or 7-1730 | Saturday and Sunday and a shift during the week Call required 1-2 shift per month (varies)

Why Work at Nebraska Medicine?

Together. Extraordinary. Join a team that values your skills, delivering exceptional care through collaboration. Leading Health Network Work with the region’s top academic health network, partnering with UNMC to transform lives through education, research, and patient care. Diversity and Inclusion We value diverse backgrounds and experiences, reflecting the communities we serve. Educational Support Enjoy up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance, a 35% discount at Clarkson College, and career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs. Enjoy support for your personal growth within the organization, from those just starting their healthcare careers to those who are years down the path. Be part of something extraordinary at Nebraska Medicine!

Position Summary

Support the intraoperative nursing care of patients by performing scrub and related duties according to standards and policies. Promote efficient operation of the surgery center and provide assistance to physicians and support staff.

Required Qualifications

• High school education or equivalent required.
• Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program OR equivalent training/scrub experience with an accredited institution required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (BLS with skills assessment or approved BLS) upon completion of unit orientation required, must be from an American Heart Association (AHA) endorsed program (effective for new hires starting January 1, 2023 or later).

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience as a surgical technologist or assistant preferred.
• Knowledge of various surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies/materials, all patient care equipment and supplies, policy, procedure, and protocol manuals, audio-visual, video, and microscopic equipment, computers, telecommunication equipment, and wall/ceiling and tanked medical gases preferred.
• For some clinical areas, the ability to speak, read, and write in English and Spanish may be preferred.
• Surgical technologist certification preferred.

Nebraska Medicine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and protected veterans’ status.

Nebraska Medicine includes two hospitals, the state's largest and highest rated Nebraska Medical Center and Bellevue Medical Center, along with more than 70 primary care and specialty clinics. Nebraska Medicine and our research and education partner, the University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC), share the same mission: to lead the world in transforming lives to create a healthy future for all individuals and communities through premier educational programs, innovative research and extraordinary patient care.

Every colleague plays a key role in upholding our promise of "Serious Medicine, Extraordinary Care" to our patients and their families. Working with Nebraska Medicine means committing to meaningful, impactful work that will elevate the success of your fellow colleagues and will help our patients and their families feel comfortable, confident and cared for.