Surgical Technologist - Cardiovascular Operating Room

Sanford; Town of Weston (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Family atmosphere

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Sanford Health in Wisconsin seeks a Surgical Technologist to join our operating room team. The role involves preparing and organizing instruments, assisting surgeons, and working closely with anesthesia and nursing staff during procedures.

We require a graduate of an approved Surgical Technology program; national certification is preferred. BLS within 60 days and operating room experience are valued, with opportunities for advancement in a family-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved school of surgical technology or graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) required.
• National certification preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within first 60 days of employment.
• Experience in an operating room setting is preferred and knowledge of anatomy, physiology, medical and surgical terminology, instrumentation, aseptic techniques, and surgical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance to the surgeon during surgical procedures, including preparing and organizing operating room instruments and supplies.
• Anticipate the surgeons needs during a procedure.
• Work closely with surgeons, anesthesia, nurses, as well as other health care personnel.

Skills

Surgical Technologist

Education

Surgical Technology program

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Job description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.

Work Shift:

Varies (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Summary

Surgical technologists are an integral part of the team of medical practitioners providing surgical care to patients.

Job Description

What you will do:

• Provide assistance to the surgeon during surgical procedures, including preparing and organizing operating room instruments and supplies.
• Anticipate the surgeons needs during a procedure.
• Work closely with surgeons, anesthesia, nurses, as well as other health care personnel.

What's in it for you:

• Family atmosphere with friendly staff and providers
• Opportunities for advancement

Position requirements:

• A graduate of a Surgical Technology program.
• National certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved school of surgical technology or graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) required.
• Experience in an operating room setting is preferred. Must have a good knowledge of anatomy, physiology, medical and surgical terminology, instrumentation, aseptic techniques, and surgical procedures acquired through post-secondary training.
• National certification as a Surgical Technologist preferred.
• If an LPN, currently holds an unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license with State Nursing board and/or possess multi-state licensure privileges.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within first 60 days of employment into position.
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• Completes required annual continuing education units (CEU) and competency training requirements of the department and facility. Obtains and subsequently maintains required department specific competencies and certifications.
• If working in North Dakota and not an LPN, must be on the North Dakota Board of Nursing Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP) Registry at the time employment begins.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

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